Colin Jost and Michael Che pulled off a hilarious and wild moment on Saturday Night Live recently. It all started with a joke from Che that poked fun at Jost’s wife, Scarlett Johansson, back in December.
During the “Weekend Update” segment, Che surprised everyone by bringing Johansson on stage. He started with an apology, saying he wanted to make amends for a joke where he compared her vagina to Costco roast beef. He joked, "I’m just jealous because I’ve never even seen a human vagina." That line got a big laugh from the audience.
Johansson didn’t let him off easy. She quipped back, “Yes, I have heard that about you,” referring to previous jokes about Che’s embarrassment over his body. The playful banter kept coming, echoing a theme seen in many comedy shows—where humor often walks a fine line.
This back-and-forth highlights a trend in comedy where personal lives are fair game. Viewers love these moments, and social media buzzed with reactions. On platforms like Twitter, fans praised the cleverness of their jokes. One tweet read, "Only SNL can turn awkward family jokes into prime-time gold."
It’s interesting to look at how comedy has evolved. In the past, comedians often relied on observational humor, but now, personal experiences and relationships are at the forefront. This shift is not without debate, though. Many people have voiced that personal digs can sometimes cross the line, especially when it involves loved ones.
In a recent interview, Johansson reflected on the infamous Costco joke. She found it "so gross" but admitted she expected some comedic edge. She shared that before going on, she thought, "How bad can it be?" But the reality hit her hard when the joke revealed itself in full swing.
"That was so intense!" she recalled, remembering the lights and cameras waiting for her reaction.
Together since 2020, Jost and Johansson show how humor can spice up a relationship—even if it means taking jabs at each other. They are a pair to watch, making headlines not just for their careers but also for their playful exchanges.
Whether you love or hate the humor, one thing is clear: comedy is about connecting, often through shared laughter at life’s absurdities. As fans, we can look forward to more moments like this on SNL, where the lines between joke and reality blur in fascinating ways.
