Colin Jost

Colin Jost is a well-known American comedian, writer, and actor who has mesmerized audiences around the world with his witty humor and impeccable timing. He is best known for his work as a cast member and head writer on the late-night comedy show, Saturday Night Live.

Born on June 29, 1982, in Staten Island, New York, Colin Jost grew up in a close-knit family with his parents, Daniel Jost, and Kerry Kelly. He attended Regis High School in Manhattan and graduated from Harvard University in 2004. During his time at Harvard, he was a writer and president of the Harvard Lampoon, a humor magazine that has produced several famous comedians over the years.

Colin Jost began his career in comedy as a writer for Saturday Night Live in January 2005, less than a year after he graduated from college. Over time, he rose through the ranks in the writing department and eventually became the head writer and co-anchor of the show's highly popular "Weekend Update" segment in 2014. He has also written for several other TV shows, including the 88th Academy Awards and the 2018 Primetime Emmy Awards.

Known for his quick wit and sharp sense of humor, Colin Jost has received numerous accolades for his work. Between 2007 and 2010, he won three Writers Guild Awards and a Peabody Award for his outstanding contributions to television. In 2018, he was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special.

Colin Jost is known for his down-to-earth personality, dry sense of humor, and excellent work ethics. He is a motivated and ambitious individual who never shies away from a challenge. He values hard work, collaboration, and creativity, and his primary goal is to make audiences laugh and forget their worries for a while.

Before he became a household name, Colin Jost faced several difficulties and challenges in his career. However, his talent and hard work paid off, and he has now established himself as one of the most sought-after comedians in the industry. He has also authored a memoir titled, "A Very Punchable Face: A Memoir" that chronicles the ups and downs of his career.

Colin Jost is happily married to actress Scarlett Johansson, whom he met while hosting SNL in 2017. They tied the knot in 2020, and in August 2021, the couple welcomed their first child together, a son named Cosmo.

Colin Jost is closely linked with several other famous people in the industry, including his friends and colleagues on Saturday Night Live, such as Michael Che, Kate McKinnon, and Seth Meyers. He is also a fan of other comedians like Jerry Seinfeld, Steve Martin, and Ellen DeGeneres.