Pete’s mom, Amy Waters DavidsonA day later, her son’s words were echoed by her on her Instagram Story. “Thanks to everybody at SNL Pete’s second family,” she said. Lorne, thank you. Your support and love will be remembered forever. 

Before the season 47 finale, Pete penned an emotional letter to fans that was shared on his friend Dave SirusYou can follow us @Instagram.  

In part, he said that “I had the opportunity to share so many with this audience” and that it was like watching his children grow up. He wrote, “We shared the best and worst of times, the brightest and darkest.” 

SNLIt is home to me. Tonight’s show made me happy and sad. He shared his feelings, adding that he couldn’t understand why. [John] Mulaney musical number.” 

(CelebHomes, NBC and NBC make up the NBCUniversal Family.