Pete Davidson is finding out the hard way that “no ragrets” was a lie. The comedian and actor revealed he’s about 30% of the way through removing his extensive collection of tattoos—and the process has already cost him a jaw-dropping $200,000.
In a recent interview, Davidson acknowledged the staggering price tag, saying, “It’s a pretty uncomfortable amount of money to disclose, but I think one of the tabloids already leaked it.” That leak was accurate. And he’s not even halfway done.
“That’s 60 weeks of your life right there on just one tattoo to remove,” he explained. And the process isn’t exactly pleasant—he compares it to “putting your arm on a grill and burning off a layer.”
So far, his arms, hands, and neck are mostly clear. But his torso and back? Still works in progress.
Davidson’s tattoos have been a prominent part of his image for years, but he’s spoken in the past about wanting a cleaner look—especially for acting roles, which often require extensive makeup coverage to hide body art.
And while the average person may not have $200K to drop on laser sessions, Davidson’s commitment offers a glimpse into just how intense (and expensive) it can be to undo years of impulsive ink.
For those thinking of following his lead? Consider it a warning: tattoos are forever… or at least $200,000 and 10 years of laser sessions long.
