Colin Jost’s SNL Jokes About Scarlett Johansson Leave Fans Divided

During this week’s Saturday Night Live, Colin Jost made bold jokes about his wife, Scarlett Johansson, during the “Weekend Update” segment. The jokes were written by his co-host, Michael Che, as part of their “joke swap” tradition.

Jost began by apologizing, knowing Johansson was backstage watching. He nervously delivered the first joke, referencing her 40th birthday and saying, “I’m about to get up out of there.”

Another joke claimed their child had not been seen in public because “he’s Black as hell.” The camera cut to Johansson backstage, showing her laughing but shaking her head.

Jost also joked about Costco’s discontinued roast beef sandwich, saying, “I be eating roast beef every night since my wife had the kid.” He looked embarrassed after delivering the line, while Johansson appeared to mouth, “Oh my god.”

The final joke referenced intimacy, with Jost claiming, “You know I don’t go down. Shiz. That’s gay as hell.” Johansson’s amused reactions backstage added to the humor.

The segment highlighted the unpredictability of live TV and the playful dynamic between Jost and Johansson.

The joke swap tradition remains a popular part of SNL, known for pushing boundaries and keeping audiences entertained.