Scarlett Johansson Responds to Husband Colin Jost’s Controversial SNL Joke
In a recent interview with InStyle, Scarlett Johansson discussed the controversial joke delivered by her husband, Colin Jost, during a “Weekend Update” segment on Saturday Night Live. The comedic exchange, noted for its vulgarity, has stirred conversation among fans and followers.
The Joke and Its Context
During the show’s Christmas episode, Jost read a joke penned by Michael Che as part of a yearly tradition where the two comedians swap jokes without prior knowledge of their content. In this particular instance, Jost sensed trouble when a roast beef sandwich graphic appeared on the screen before delivering the punchline.
“Costco has removed the roast beef sandwich from its menu,” Jost began humorously. “But I ain’t trippin’. I’ve been eating roast beef every night since my wife had the kid.”
Johansson’s Reaction
Johansson, who was backstage during the segment, expressed her surprise at the joke’s coarseness, stating, “I was like — it was so gross. It was really gross. And, like, old-school gross.” Despite her disapproval, she maintained a light-hearted demeanor throughout the interview.
Behind the Scenes Insights
Before the performance, producers had warned Johansson about Che’s “vagina joke” but she had no idea it would reference her. Reflecting on her initial thoughts, she remarked:
“I was like, ‘I mean, it’s a vagina joke, how bad could it be?'”
Audience Reaction
As Jost delivered the punchline, audience members audibly gasped, accentuating the shock value of the moment. Johansson humorously noted the dramatics of her reveal on stage, comparing it to a scene from a dramatic show, saying:
“The fact that it took on a full ‘To Catch a Predator’-style reveal or whatever… All of a sudden, it was like a whole bunch of people holding up lights, and a guy with a video camera.”
Johansson admitted she felt overwhelmed, responding to the audience’s anticipation with humor: “I felt insane … I was like, ‘I think I’m going to faint.’
Conclusion
While the joke landed as a moment of comedic controversy, Johansson’s candid responses highlight her ability to engage with humor and the complexities of public life as a celebrity couple.