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Pete Davidson Says 'SNL' Pay Was '$3,000 an Episode' for Starting Salary
VarietyStory by Michaela Zee
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Former 'SNL' star Pete Davidson spills the tea on his starting salary, shedding light on the financial realities of comedy's biggest stage.
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- Davidson revealed his initial 'SNL' pay was just $3,000 per episode, a surprisingly low figure for a lead cast member on the iconic sketch show.
- In the video, Davidson and other 'SNL' alumni candidly discussed their 'biggest indulgences' after scoring their first real paychecks, providing a rare glimpse into the financial challenges of breaking into comedy.
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Pete Davidson, Saturday Night Live, Saturday Night Live