Pete Davidson Honors Dad Scott on 9/11: Why This Year's Anniversary Hits Harder Than Ever
By Sarah Jenkins
Q1: What firehouse did Scott Matthew Davidson belong to on 9/11?
Scott Matthew Davidson served with FDNY Ladder 118, operating out of Brooklyn Heights alongside Engine 214. The company lost six firefighters when the Marriott World Trade Center hotel collapsed during rescue operations.
Q2: How old was Pete Davidson when his father died?
Pete Davidson was seven years old when his father died on September 11, 2001. His younger sister, Casey, was three years old at the time.
Q3: What does the number 8418 represent to Pete Davidson?
The number 8418 was Scott Matthew Davidson’s official FDNY badge number. Pete has the number tattooed on his arm and frequently references it as a tribute to his father's life and service.
Q4: How did Scott Davidson die at the World Trade Center?
Scott was last seen running into the Marriott World Trade Center (Building 3) to evacuate hotel guests and civilians. He was trapped and killed when the adjacent South Tower collapsed onto the hotel structure.
Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.
