Colin Jost is an American comedian, writer, and actor, most notably recognized for his long-standing association with Saturday Night Live (SNL). Joining SNL in 2005 as a writer, he became co-anchor of Weekend Update in 2014. He also served as co-head writer for the show from 2012 to 2015, and again from 2017 to 2022. His work on SNL has solidified his presence in comedy and entertainment.
On June 29, 1982, Colin Kelly Jost was born. He is 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, The Owl.
In 2004, Colin Jost graduated from Harvard University with a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, having studied history and literature.
In 2005, Colin Jost became a staff writer for NBC's sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live (SNL).
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 the Chicago and Montreal Just for Laughs festivals.
In 2012, Colin Jost became a co-head writer for SNL.
During the summer hiatus following the 2012-2013 season, Lorne Michaels asked Colin Jost if he would host Weekend Update.
On March 1, 2014, Colin Jost replaced Seth Meyers as co-anchor of Weekend Update on SNL.
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 left his position as one of the co-head writers for 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, whom he met at SNL.
In 2017, Colin Jost regained his status as a head writer for SNL.
In September 2018, Colin Jost co-hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards alongside 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 as special correspondents for WrestleMania 35 and got involved in a storyline with wrestler Braun Strowman.
In May 2019, Colin Jost and Scarlett Johansson became engaged.
In July 2020, Colin Jost released his memoir, "A Very Punchable Face: A Memoir", which became a New York Times Bestseller.
In October 2020, Colin Jost married Scarlett Johansson at their New York home.
In 2020, Colin Jost portrayed Pete Buttigieg during the Democratic Party presidential primaries on Saturday Night Live.
On October 23, 2021, Colin Jost broke Seth Meyers' record to become the longest-serving anchor in the history of Weekend Update.
In 2021, Colin Jost portrayed Roger Goodell during the NFL season on Saturday Night Live.
In 2022, Colin Jost left his position as head writer at SNL.
In 2023, Colin Jost, along with Pete Davidson, purchased a decommissioned Staten Island Ferry boat, the MV John F. Kennedy, which was used in the film Screamboat.
On April 27, 2024, Colin Jost hosted the White House Correspondents' Dinner, delivering a 20-minute monologue that included jokes about Trump and Biden, support of Biden's "decency," jokes about his married life with Scarlett Johansson, and a celebration of the free press.
On July 31, 2024, it was announced that Colin Jost would be the host of the game show Pop Culture Jeopardy! on Amazon Prime Video.
In 2024, Colin Jost made a cameo appearance in the film Fly Me to the Moon, which starred his wife, Scarlett Johansson.
In 2024, Colin Jost was sent to Tahiti by NBC Sports for their coverage of the surfing competition at the Summer Olympics, but departed early due to health issues.
In 2025, Colin Jost received an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from the College of Staten Island, CUNY, for his contributions to comedy, television, and community service.
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