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 co-anchor of "Weekend Update" in 2014. Jost also served as SNL's co-head writer from 2012 to 2015 and again from 2017 to 2022 with Michael Che.
June 29, 1982: Colin Jost is Born
On June 29, 1982, Colin Kelly Jost was born. He would go on to become an American comedian, writer, and actor.
2004: Jost Graduates From Harvard
Colin Jost graduated cum laude from Harvard University in 2004 with a major in history and literature.
2005: Jost is Hired at SNL
After sending in a writing packet, Jost was hired as a writer for Saturday Night Live in 2005.
2005: Jost Starts as Staff Writer on SNL
In 2005, Jost began working as a staff writer for Saturday Night Live.
2009: Jost Becomes Writing Supervisor for SNL
From 2009 to 2012, Jost served as SNL's writing supervisor.
2009: Jost Selected as New Face at Just for Laughs
In 2009, Jost was selected as a "New Face" at the Montréal Just for Laughs festival.
2010: Jost Performs at Montreal Just for Laughs Festival
Jost appeared at the Montréal Just for Laughs festival in 2010.
2011: Jost Performs at Chicago Just For Laughs
Colin Jost appeared at the Chicago Just for Laughs festival in 2011.
2012: Jost Begins First Run as Co-Head Writer
Jost's first stint as co-head writer began in 2012 and lasted until 2015.
2012: Jost Becomes Co-Head Writer for SNL
Jost served as co-head writer for SNL from 2012 to 2015.
2012: Jost Performs at Chicago and Montreal Just for Laughs Festivals
In 2012, Jost performed at both the Chicago Just for Laughs festival and the Montreal festival.
2013: Seth Meyers Leaves Weekend Update
Seth Meyers left Weekend Update to host Late Night with Seth Meyers during the summer hiatus following the 2012-2013 season.
March 1, 2014: Jost Debuts as Weekend Update Co-Anchor
Colin Jost debuted as co-anchor of Weekend Update on the March 1, 2014 episode of SNL.
2014: Jost Becomes Co-Anchor of Weekend Update
Colin Jost took over as co-anchor of Weekend Update on March 1, 2014, succeeding Seth Meyers.
2015: Jost Ends First Run as Co-Head Writer
In 2015, Jost's time as co-head writer came to an end.
2015: Jost Donates to Buttigieg's Mayoral Reelection Campaign
Jost donated money to Pete Buttigieg's mayoral reelection campaign in 2015.
2015: Jost Writes and Stars in Staten Island Summer
Jost wrote the screenplay for and had a minor role in the 2015 comedy film Staten Island Summer.
2015: Jost Ends First Run as Co-Head Writer
Jost's first run as co-head writer concluded in 2015.
January 2016: Jost Opens for Liam McEneaney's Album Recording
On January 2016, Jost opened for comedian Liam McEneaney during his album recording at The Bell House in Brooklyn.
May 2017: Jost and Scarlett Johansson Begin Relationship
Colin Jost and Scarlett Johansson began their relationship in May 2017 after meeting on the set of SNL.
2017: Jost Returns as Co-Head Writer for SNL
Jost returned as co-head writer for SNL in 2017, working alongside Michael Che.
2017: Jost Returns as Co-Head Writer
Jost returned to the position of co-head writer in 2017 and served in that role until 2022.
September 2018: Jost Co-Hosts the Primetime Emmy Awards
Jost co-hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards in September 2018 with Michael Che.
2018: Jost and Aaron Rodgers Appear in Izod Campaign
In late 2018, Jost and Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers appeared together in an advertising campaign for Izod.
March 4, 2019: Jost and Che Appear on WWE Raw, Announced as WrestleMania Correspondents
On March 4, 2019, Jost and Michael Che appeared on WWE's Monday Night Raw and were announced as special correspondents for WrestleMania 35.
May 2019: Jost and Johansson Become Engaged
Jost and Johansson became engaged in May 2019.
July 2020: Jost Releases Memoir, A Very Punchable Face
Jost's memoir, titled A Very Punchable Face: A Memoir, was published in July 2020. The book received positive reviews and became a New York Times Bestseller.
October 2020: Jost and Johansson Marry
Jost and Johansson married in October 2020 at their New York home.
2020: Jost Portrays Pete Buttigieg on SNL
During the 2020 Democratic Party presidential primaries, Jost portrayed Pete Buttigieg on SNL.
August 2021: Jost and Johansson Welcome Son
Johansson gave birth to Jost's son in August 2021.
October 23, 2021: Jost Breaks Record for Longest Weekend Update Anchor
On October 23, 2021, Jost broke Seth Meyer's record for being the longest anchor in the history of the segment.
2021: Jost Portrays Roger Goodell on SNL
Jost portrayed NFL commissioner Roger Goodell during the 2021 NFL season on SNL.
2022: Jost Ends Second Run as Co-Head Writer
In 2022, Jost concluded his second period as co-head writer for SNL.
2022: Jost Ends Second Run as Co-Head Writer
Jost's second run as co-head writer concluded in 2022.
2023: Jost and Pete Davidson Buy Staten Island Ferry
In 2023, Jost and fellow SNL comedian Pete Davidson purchased a decommissioned Staten Island Ferry boat.
April 27, 2024: Jost Hosts White House Correspondents' Dinner
On April 27, 2024, Colin Jost hosted the White House Correspondents' Dinner.