Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Colin Jost

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Colin Jost made an impact.

Colin Jost is an American comedian, writer, and actor best known for his work on Saturday Night Live (SNL). He joined SNL as a staff writer in 2005 and became the co-anchor of Weekend Update in 2014. He served as co-head writer for SNL from 2012 to 2015 and again from 2017 to 2022. His contributions to SNL have made him a prominent figure in comedy and entertainment.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2005: Started at SNL

In 2005, Colin Jost became a staff writer for the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live.

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2005: Hired as a writer for SNL

In 2005, Colin Jost was hired as a writer for NBC's Saturday Night Live after sending in a writing packet.

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2009: Became SNL's writing supervisor

In 2009, Colin Jost became the writing supervisor for Saturday Night Live.

2009: Selected as a "New Face" at the Montréal Just for Laughs festival

In 2009, Colin Jost was selected as a "New Face" at the Montréal Just for Laughs festival, marking an early recognition of his stand-up comedy talent.

2010: Appeared at the Montréal Just for Laughs festival

In 2010, Colin Jost appeared at the Montréal Just for Laughs festival.

2011: Appeared at the Chicago Just for Laughs festival

In 2011, Colin Jost appeared at the Chicago Just for Laughs festival, showcasing his stand-up comedy.

2012: Appeared at the Chicago and Montréal Just for Laughs festivals

In 2012, Colin Jost appeared at both the Chicago Just for Laughs festival and the Montréal festival, performing his stand-up comedy.

2012: Became co-head writer for SNL

In 2012, Colin Jost became a co-head writer for Saturday Night Live.

2013: Asked to do Weekend Update

During the summer hiatus following the 2012–2013 season, executive producer Lorne Michaels asked Jost if he could do the Weekend Update feature.

March 1, 2014: Replaced Seth Meyers on Weekend Update

On March 1, 2014, Colin Jost replaced Seth Meyers as the co-anchor on Weekend Update on Saturday Night Live.

2014: Became Weekend Update Co-Anchor

In 2014, Colin Jost became the co-anchor of Weekend Update on Saturday Night Live.

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2015: Left co-head writer position at SNL

In 2015, Colin Jost stepped down as one of the co-head writers for Saturday Night Live.

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2015: Stepped down as co-head writer

In 2015, Colin Jost stepped down from his role as co-head writer for Saturday Night Live.

2015: Wrote and acted in "Staten Island Summer"

In 2015, Colin Jost wrote the screenplay for and played a minor role in the comedy film "Staten Island Summer".

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January 2016: Opened for Liam McEneaney

In January 2016, Colin Jost opened for comedian Liam McEneaney's album recording at The Bell House in Brooklyn.

2017: Regained status as co-head writer

In 2017, Colin Jost regained his status as a co-head writer for Saturday Night Live.

2017: Returned as head writer for SNL

In 2017, Colin Jost returned as one of the head writers for Saturday Night Live.

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September 2018: Co-hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards

In September 2018, Colin Jost co-hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards alongside Michael Che.

2018: Appeared in an Izod advertising campaign

In late 2018, Colin Jost and Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers appeared in an advertising campaign for Izod.

March 4, 2019: Appeared on WWE's Monday Night Raw

On March 4, 2019, Colin Jost, along with Michael Che, appeared on WWE's Monday Night Raw as special correspondents for WrestleMania 35 and got involved in a storyline with wrestler Braun Strowman, which led to their participation in the André the Giant Memorial Battle Royal at WrestleMania.

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July 2020: Released memoir "A Very Punchable Face: A Memoir"

In July 2020, Colin Jost released his memoir, "A Very Punchable Face: A Memoir", which became a New York Times Bestseller.

2020: Portrayed Pete Buttigieg on SNL

In 2020, Colin Jost portrayed his friend Pete Buttigieg during the Democratic Party presidential primaries on Saturday Night Live.

October 23, 2021: Broke Meyers' record as longest-serving anchor

On October 23, 2021, Colin Jost broke Seth Meyers' record for being the longest-serving anchor in the history of the Weekend Update segment on Saturday Night Live during the episode hosted by Jason Sudeikis.

2021: Portrayed Roger Goodell on SNL

In 2021, Colin Jost portrayed Roger Goodell during the NFL season on Saturday Night Live.

2022: Stepped down as co-head writer for SNL

In 2022, Colin Jost stepped down as co-head writer for Saturday Night Live.

2022: Left head writer position at SNL

In 2022, Colin Jost stepped down as one of the head writers for Saturday Night Live.

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April 27, 2024: Hosted the White House Correspondents' Dinner

On April 27, 2024, Colin Jost hosted the White House Correspondents' Dinner, delivering a 20-minute monologue where he roasted Trump and Biden, offered support of Biden's "decency," joked about his married life with Scarlett Johansson, and celebrated the free press.