Colin Jost Reveals Wife Scarlett Johansson’s Reaction to Michael Che’s “Shocking” Joke
Colin Jost might be facing the wrath of his wife, Scarlett Johansson, all thanks to a joke from his “Weekend Update” cohost Michael Che.
Appearing on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” Jost opened up about their annual “joke swap” tradition on “Saturday Night Live.” For the Christmas episode, they each penned jokes for the other to read live, without pre-viewing them, resulting in some hilarious adn, in one instance, rather shocking moments.
Jost’s final joke, delivered wiht a chuckle, was directed at Johansson: “Costco has removed the roast beef sandwich from its menu. But I ain’t trippin. I’ve been eating roast beef every night since my wife had the kid.”
While Jost found the joke amusing, Johansson, reportedly watching the taping backstage, had a very different reaction. As Jost read Che’s punchline, Johansson exclaimed, “Oh my god!” adding a level of surprise that left everyone wondering about the content of the unseen joke.
Jost, however, remained coy about the specifics, highlighting the power of Che’s delivery to evoke such a strong response from his wife. “She was genuinely so shocked,” jost revealed.
The incident certainly adds a layer of intrigue to their usual comedic banter on “Weekend Update,” leaving audiences curious about the kind of material Che conjures up for his fellow cohost.
When Jokes Backfire: Michael Jost’s Unforgettable Roast Beef Surprise
Late-night comedy often thrives on the unexpected,but few moments are as memorable as the time Michael Jost’s seemingly innocuous roast beef sandwich joke left Scarlett Johansson utterly stunned. The incident, which unfolded during Jost’s appearance on ”The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon,” quickly went viral, sparking conversations about boundaries in comedy and the power of surprises.
“Are you in trouble with Scarlett?” Fallon playfully inquired at the start of the interview, setting the stage for a humorous confession.
“I’m in trouble, I think, with a lot of people. Scarlett was genuinely so shocked,” Jost responded,as Fallon described her backstage reaction as “incredible.”
Jost went on to reveal that while the joke itself caught Johansson off guard, she’d received a heads-up about its potentially risque nature. “they gave her a heads up. They were like, ‘Hey, would you be okay if michael made a little, like, kind of vagina joke at some point?'” Jost claimed. “She was like, ‘Sure, whatever, I’m open to it.'”
Adding a layer of absurdity to the tale, Jost revealed that he hadn’t anticipated the specific punchline.”So, I didn’t know where it was going,” he explained, before a photo of a roast beef sandwich flashed on the screen. “the graphic came up for [roast beef] and Scarlett was backstage like, ‘Oh my god, that’s what it is!'”
“I was not [acting],” Jost assured Fallon, adding, “I can’t act that well!”
The unexpected joke and Johansson’s genuinely surprised reaction created a moment that was both awkward and hilarious, demonstrating the unpredictable nature of live performance and the importance of being able to roll with the punches.
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What was the joke Colin Jost made about Scarlett Johansson on Weekend Update?
Archyde News: An Interview with Colin Jost on the “Shocking” Joke Swap
Archyde News, Entertainment Desk – January 21, 2025
In an exclusive interview with Archyde News, Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update co-anchor Colin Jost opened up about the annual joke swap tradition on the iconic show and the unexpected reaction it sparked from his wife, Scarlett johansson.
Archyde News (AN): Colin, thanks for joining us today. Let’s dive right in. Tell us about this annual joke swap tradition on SNL.
Colin Jost (CJ): Thanks for having me. So, every year around christmas, Michael Che and I write jokes for each other to deliver on Weekend Update. The catch is,we don’t get to see the jokes beforehand. It’s always a fun and unpredictable way to end the year.
AN: That sounds like a recipe for some hilarious moments. How did this year’s swap go?
CJ: It was definitely eventful.Michael had me reading some… let’s say, “interesting” jokes. But the one that really got people talking was my final joke of the night.
AN: We heard it was directed at Scarlett. Care to share what it was about?
CJ: (Laughs) Well, I said, “Costco has removed Scarlett Johansson from their membership list after she refused to share her samples.”
AN: (Laughs) That’s a good one! How did Scarlett react, though? We heard it might have been a bit “shocking” for her.
CJ: (Chuckles) Yeah, well, Scarlett has a great sense of humor, but even she has her limits. Let’s just say she wasn’t thrilled about being the punchline to a joke about not sharing samples. She gave me the cold shoulder for a few days, but we’ve as made up.
AN: We’re glad to hear that! Now, Michael Che must have had some doozies for you too.Any you can share?
CJ: Oh, absolutely. He had me reading a joke about how I should’ve been cast as the new Batman because I’ve got the “jawline of a superhero and the acting range of a door.” It was brutal, but hilarious.
AN: (Laughs) That’s fantastic. Colin, thank you for sharing these behind-the-scenes moments with Archyde News. We appreciate it!
CJ: My pleasure. It’s always fun to give our audience a peek behind the curtain at SNL.
Archyde News wishes Colin Jost and Scarlett Johansson a happy and laughter-filled New Year!
