Scarlett Johansson Reacts to Colin Jost's NSFW Joke on SNL

Colin Jost made headlines with a risqué joke about his wife, Scarlett Johansson, during SNL's Weekend Update. The joke, written by his cohost Michael Che, prompted a camera to pan backstage, capturing Scarlett's live reaction.

During the Christmas Joke Swap segment on SNL, aired on December 21, Colin revealed an inappropriate quip about his wife. "Costco has removed the roast beef sandwich from its menu," he began. "But I ain't trippin'. I've been eating roast beef every night since my wife had the kid." This moment marked a humorous intersection of life and comedy.

As Colin delivered this joke, cameras highlighted Scarlett's response. She was caught mouthing, "Oh my God!" This candid moment displayed her surprise. Colin continued reading from the teleprompter, laughing as he added, "No, no, I'm just playin', baby. You know I don't go downtown." Once again, Scarlett was shown backstage gasping at the unexpected humor.

Viewers quickly praised the annual comedy segment for its memorable touches. Comments on YouTube noted the thrill of having Scarlett in the mix. One viewer remarked, "Having Scarlett there is a power move!!! Every year Che ups himself." Another stated, "Involving Scarlett was some Next Level Sadistic Shiz."

Scarlett and Colin, married for over four years, first crossed paths in 2006 when she hosted SNL. Their romantic relationship began in 2017 after her fifth hosting stint. In 2023, Scarlett revealed that Colin often consults her about his jokes for the show. She shared, "I'll often be like, 'Well, that's too much,' and that's the one that gets the biggest laugh." She also expressed her admiration for his comedic mind: "His brain is so primed for that."

Moreover, Scarlett openly celebrated Colin's playful nature. "He’s got his naughty side," she remarked on Live with Kelly and Mark in November, adding, "That’s why he keeps it interesting."

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