Colin Jost
After starting as a reporter, Colin Jost joined SNL’s writing team in 2005. He became co-head writer and Weekend Update anchor in 2014, setting a record as the longest anchor in 2021. Influenced by Norm Macdonald and Tina Fey, he’s a stand-up comic, featured in HBO and TBS.
Jost’s versatility extends to acting; he’s appeared in films like “Staten Island Summer” and “How to Be Single.” With Michael Che, he even ventured into WWE’s Monday Night Raw. In 2020, he released his memoir, “A Very Punchable Face,” earning a spot on the New York Times Bestseller List.
Colin Jost – Comedian
The Early Days
After graduating, Colin Jost began his career as a reporter and copy editor at the Staten Island Advance. He then ventured into the world of television as a writer for Nickelodeon’s Kappa Mikey. In 2005, he landed a writing position at NBC’s Saturday Night Live (SNL) after sending in a writing packet.
Weekend Update and Beyond
From 2009 to 2012, Jost served as SNL’s writing supervisor, later becoming co-head writer until 2015 and regaining the position from 2017 to 2022. He rose to prominence when he took over the Weekend Update segment in 2014, becoming the longest-serving anchor in its history by 2021.
Influences and Versatility
Jost credits comedians like Norm Macdonald and Tina Fey as influences on his work. In addition to his Weekend Update gig, he’s made cameo appearances in sketches and portrayed notable figures like Pete Buttigieg and Roger Goodell. Jost’s versatility extends to stand-up comedy, where he’s performed on platforms like Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, TBS, and HBO.
Other Ventures
Outside of SNL, Jost has showcased his talents in various comedy festivals, penned pieces for publications like The New Yorker and The New York Times Magazine, and even appeared in films such as Staten Island Summer and How to Be Single. His collaboration with Michael Che on WWE’s Monday Night Raw and the release of his memoir, A Very Punchable Face, further demonstrate his multifaceted career.
