History of Colin Jost in Timeline
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.
June 29, 1982: Colin Jost's Birth
On June 29, 1982, Colin Kelly Jost was born. He later became an American comedian, writer, and actor.
2000: Graduates from Regis High School
In 2000, Colin Jost graduated from Regis High School in Manhattan, where he was the editor of the school newspaper.
2004: Graduates from Harvard University
In 2004, Colin Jost graduated from Harvard University with a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, after studying history and literature.
2005: Joins Saturday Night Live
In 2005, Colin Jost became a staff writer for NBC's Saturday Night Live.
2005: Hired as Writer for Saturday Night Live
In 2005, Colin Jost was hired as a writer for NBC's Saturday Night Live after sending in a writing packet.
2009: Becomes SNL Writing Supervisor
In 2009, Colin Jost became the writing supervisor for Saturday Night Live.
2009: Selected as a "New Face" at Just for Laughs festival
In 2009, Colin Jost was selected as a "New Face" at the Montréal Just for Laughs festival.
2010: Appears at Montréal Just for Laughs Festival
In 2010, Colin Jost appeared at the Montréal Just for Laughs festival.
2011: Appears at Chicago Just for Laughs Festival
In 2011, Colin Jost appeared at the Chicago Just for Laughs festival.
2012: Appears at Chicago and Montréal Just for Laughs Festival
In 2012, Colin Jost appeared at both the Chicago and Montréal Just for Laughs festivals.
2012: Named SNL Co-Head Writer
In 2012, Colin Jost was appointed as co-head writer for Saturday Night Live.
2013: Asked to do Weekend Update
During the summer hiatus following the 2012-2013 season, Lorne Michaels asked Jost if he could do the Weekend Update feature.
March 1, 2014: Replaces Seth Meyers on Weekend Update
On March 1, 2014, Colin Jost replaced Seth Meyers as co-anchor on Weekend Update.
2014: Becomes Weekend Update Co-Anchor
In 2014, Colin Jost became the co-anchor of Weekend Update on Saturday Night Live.
2015: Donates to Buttigieg's Mayoral Campaign
In 2015, Colin Jost donated money to Pete Buttigieg's mayoral reelection campaign.
2015: Leaves Co-Head Writer Role
In 2015, Colin Jost stepped down from his position as co-head writer at Saturday Night Live.
2015: Writes and Appears in Staten Island Summer
In 2015, Colin Jost wrote the screenplay for and played a minor role in the comedy film Staten Island Summer.
January 2016: Opens for Liam McEneaney
In January 2016, Colin Jost opened for comedian Liam McEneaney's album recording at The Bell House in Brooklyn.
May 2017: Begins Relationship with Scarlett Johansson
In May 2017, Colin Jost began a relationship with actress Scarlett Johansson.
2017: Regains Status as SNL Head Writer
In 2017, Colin Jost regained his status as one of the head writers for Saturday Night Live.
September 2018: Co-hosts Primetime Emmy Awards
In September 2018, Colin Jost co-hosted the Primetime Emmy Awards with Michael Che.
2018: Appears in Izod Advertising Campaign
In late 2018, Colin Jost and Aaron Rodgers appeared in an advertising campaign for Izod.
March 4, 2019: Appears on WWE's Monday Night Raw
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.
May 2019: Engaged to Scarlett Johansson
In May 2019, Colin Jost and Scarlett Johansson became engaged.
July 2020: Releases Memoir "A Very Punchable Face"
In July 2020, Colin Jost released his memoir titled A Very Punchable Face: A Memoir.
October 2020: Marries Scarlett Johansson
In October 2020, Colin Jost married Scarlett Johansson at their New York home.
2020: Portrays Pete Buttigieg on SNL
During the 2020 Democratic Party presidential primaries, Colin Jost portrayed Pete Buttigieg in sketches on SNL.
August 2021: Welcomes Son with Scarlett Johansson
In August 2021, Scarlett Johansson gave birth to their son.
October 23, 2021: Breaks Record as Longest-Serving Anchor
On October 23, 2021, Colin Jost broke Seth Meyers' record for being the longest-serving anchor on Weekend Update.
2021: Portrays Roger Goodell on SNL
During the 2021 NFL season, Colin Jost portrayed Roger Goodell in sketches on SNL.
2022: Leaves SNL Head Writer Position
In 2022, Colin Jost departed from his position as head writer at Saturday Night Live.
2023: Purchases Staten Island Ferry Boat
In 2023, Colin Jost, along with Pete Davidson, purchased a decommissioned Staten Island Ferry boat.
April 27, 2024: Hosts White House Correspondents' Dinner
On April 27, 2024, Colin Jost hosted the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
July 31, 2024: Announced as Host of Pop Culture Jeopardy!
On July 31, 2024, it was announced that Colin Jost would host the game show Pop Culture Jeopardy! on Amazon Prime Video.
2024: Covers Surfing Competition at Summer Olympics
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.
2024: Cameo in "Fly Me to the Moon"
In 2024, Colin Jost made a cameo appearance in the film "Fly Me to the Moon", which starred his wife Scarlett Johansson.
