After comedian Pete Davidson predicted that Walton Goggins would be the next actor to face social media backlash, the acclaimed star of Fallout and The White Lotus has responded with a surprising and thoughtful perspective. Instead of showing concern, Goggins expressed deep gratitude, seeing the potential criticism as a sign of his career’s incredible success.
Pete Davidson’s Prediction on Social Media Trends
The conversation started when Pete Davidson appeared on Theo Von’s “This Past Weekend” podcast on September 26, 2025. Davidson discussed the fickle nature of online fame, using Pedro Pascal as a primary example. He noted how Pascal was universally celebrated as “the internet’s daddy” only for some public sentiment to later shift, with complaints that he was appearing in too many projects.
Davidson then turned his attention to another actor, predicting, “They’re gonna do it with Walton Goggins next. It’s, like, within months.” He explained that social media often builds public figures up rapidly only to turn on them just as quickly. Davidson showed some sympathy for the situation, stating that actors who have worked hard for decades deserve time to adjust to new levels of fame.
Walton Goggins’ Grateful Instagram Response
On September 28, 2025, Walton Goggins responded to the prediction directly on his Instagram account. He shared a screenshot of a news article about Davidson’s comments and wrote a lengthy caption that was both self-aware and appreciative.
“Pete, we don’t know each other but I appreciate the heads up,” Goggins began. “We agree on one thing… Pedro Pascal isn’t a good man, He’s a great man. A dear friend of mine.”
Goggins, who is 53 years old, acknowledged the fleeting nature of public admiration. He directly addressed his fans, writing, “As a 53 year old, I’m acutely aware that every experience has a shelf life. I appreciate so many of you going on this journey with me. I imagine a lot of you (and I don’t blame you) are tired of hearing my homilies. Trust me I’m tired of saying them.”
He explained that he has upcoming projects that he is obligated to promote, not for himself, but to honor the hard work of everyone involved. He even gave his fans gentle advice, saying, “So if you see something with my name on it I encourage you not to click on it… unless you want to… and if you do…I appreciate the support.”
A Career Viewed as a Blessing
At the heart of Goggins’ response was not anxiety, but a profound sense of gratitude. He reframed the potential backlash as a marker of success that a “poor kid from Georgia” never dreamed possible.
“See to me, being included in this headline isn’t a curse it’s a blessing. How lucky am I that this is even a possibility?!!” he wrote.
He described the last few years as a period of incredible good fortune, filled with interesting conversations and collaborations with “top-shelf people.” He proudly stated that saying “yes” to life and opportunities is a philosophy he stands by.
“If saying yes in life more than saying no is a crime, then I’m guilty as charged,” Goggins declared.
Embracing the Future with Enthusiasm
Goggins ended his post with a powerful and clear-eyed embrace of whatever the future holds. He directly addressed Davidson’s prediction of a negative turn in public opinion and laid out his own plan for dealing with it.
“And If this headline is a possibility or an inevitability… if this is my fate… Well… Fuck it. I’m going to enjoy the FUCK OUT OF IT.”
This final statement captures his overall attitude: a choice to find joy in his career’s journey, regardless of the shifting tides of social media. His response highlights a mature perspective gained from decades in the entertainment industry, where he has long been a respected character actor before his recent surge to wider fame with roles in Fallout and The White Lotus.
Goggins’ upcoming projects, which he feels a duty to promote, include the animated film Harry and the Mutant Mid-Century Furniture and the climbing movie Batso. He is also set to return for the second season of Prime Video’s hit series Fallout.
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