Colin Jost is an American comedian, writer, and actor, best known for his work on Saturday Night Live (SNL). Joining SNL as a writer in 2005, he rose to prominence as the co-anchor of Weekend Update in 2014. He also held the position of co-head writer for the show at various times from 2012 to 2022. His contributions have made him a significant figure in contemporary comedy and television.
On June 29, 1982, Colin Kelly Jost was born. He later became an American comedian, writer, and actor.
In 2000, Colin Jost graduated from Regis High School in Manhattan, where he was the editor of the school newspaper.
In 2004, Colin Jost graduated from Harvard University with a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, after studying history and literature.
In 2005, Colin Jost became a staff writer for NBC's Saturday Night Live.
In 2005, Colin Jost was hired as a writer for NBC's Saturday Night Live after sending in a writing packet.
In 2009, Colin Jost became the writing supervisor for Saturday Night Live.
In 2009, Colin Jost was selected as a "New Face" at the Montréal Just for Laughs festival.
In 2010, Colin Jost appeared at the Montréal Just for Laughs festival.
In 2011, Colin Jost appeared at the Chicago Just for Laughs festival.
In 2012, Colin Jost appeared at both the Chicago and Montréal Just for Laughs festivals.
In 2012, Colin Jost was appointed as co-head writer for Saturday Night Live.
During the summer hiatus following the 2012-2013 season, Lorne Michaels asked Jost if he could do the Weekend Update feature.
On March 1, 2014, Colin Jost replaced Seth Meyers as co-anchor on Weekend Update.
In 2014, Colin Jost became the co-anchor of Weekend Update on Saturday Night Live.
In 2015, Colin Jost donated money to Pete Buttigieg's mayoral reelection campaign.
In 2015, Colin Jost stepped down from his position as co-head writer at Saturday Night Live.
In 2015, Colin Jost wrote the screenplay for and played a minor role in the comedy film Staten Island Summer.
In January 2016, Colin Jost opened for comedian Liam McEneaney's album recording at The Bell House in Brooklyn.
In May 2017, Colin Jost began a relationship with actress Scarlett Johansson.
In 2017, Colin Jost regained his status as one of the head writers for Saturday Night Live.
In September 2018, Colin Jost co-hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards with Michael Che.
In late 2018, Colin Jost and Aaron Rodgers appeared in an advertising campaign for Izod.
On March 4, 2019, Colin Jost, along with Michael Che, appeared on WWE's Monday Night Raw and became involved in a storyline with Braun Strowman, leading to their participation in WrestleMania 35.
In May 2019, Colin Jost and Scarlett Johansson became engaged.
In July 2020, Colin Jost released his memoir titled A Very Punchable Face: A Memoir.
In October 2020, Colin Jost married Scarlett Johansson at their New York home.
During the 2020 Democratic Party presidential primaries, Colin Jost portrayed Pete Buttigieg in sketches on SNL.
In August 2021, Scarlett Johansson gave birth to their son.
On October 23, 2021, Colin Jost broke Seth Meyers' record for being the longest-serving anchor on Weekend Update.
During the 2021 NFL season, Colin Jost portrayed Roger Goodell in sketches on SNL.
In 2022, Colin Jost departed from his position as head writer at Saturday Night Live.
In 2023, Colin Jost, along with Pete Davidson, purchased a decommissioned Staten Island Ferry boat.
On April 27, 2024, Colin Jost hosted the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
On July 31, 2024, it was announced that Colin Jost would host the game show Pop Culture Jeopardy! on Amazon Prime Video.
Colin Jost was sent to Tahiti by NBC Sports for their coverage of the surfing competition at the 2024 Summer Olympics but departed early due to health issues.
In 2024, Colin Jost made a cameo appearance in the film "Fly Me to the Moon", which starred his wife Scarlett Johansson.