Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Comedian, Writer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 29/06/1982 |
| Age | 43 years |
| Birthplace | Staten Island, New York City, New York, USA |
Latest News about Colin Jost
2025-05-01
Colin Jost received an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from the College of Staten Island, CUNY, in recognition of his contributions to comedy, television, and community service. The honor reflected his New York roots and his long-running influence as a writer and performer on Saturday Night Live.
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Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Colin Kelly Jost |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (179 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Regis High School, Manhattan, New York |
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| College/University | Harvard University, United States |
| Degree | A Bachelor's of Arts Degree |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Rashida Jones (2013-2016) |
| Marriage Date | October 2020 |
Family
| Father | Daniel A. Jost (Teacher at Staten Island Technical High School) |
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| Mother | Kerry J. Kelly (Chief Medical Officer for the New York City Fire) |
| Siblings | Casey Jost (Writer, Producer) |
| Spouse | Scarlett Johansson (Actress) |
| Children | Son - Cosmo Jost (born 18/08/2021) |
Career
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| Details | Colin Jost began his career as a writer for 'Saturday Night Live' in 2005 and has become a prominent figure in comedy. He served as SNL's writing supervisor from 2009 to 2012, co-head writer from 2012 to 2015, and head writer from 2017 to 2022 alongside Michael Che. He has cohosted the Primetime Emmy Awards and is known for his long-standing role on SNL. He is a two-time Primetime Emmy Award winner and nineteen-time Emmy Award nominee for his work on Saturday Night Live and as a host of Amazon Prime Video's Pop Culture Jeopardy!. As of the 2024-25 season, he and Michael Che hold the longest tenures of any Weekend Update hosts in the show's history. |
Favourites
| Food | Italian Cuisine |
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| Actor | Mark Wahlberg |
| Actress | Scarlett Johansson |
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| TV Show | Mad Men (2007) |
| Colour | Dark Blue |
| Net Worth | $30 million (As of 2024) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. From a young age, Colin was passionate about acting, performing in 'Fiddler on the Roof' during school. | |
| 2. He worked as a reporter and copy editor before becoming a writer for a Nickelodeon animated series. | |
| 3. Jost joined NBC’s 'Saturday Night Live' in 2005 and has remained a key writer since then. | |
| 4. In 2018, he cohosted the Primetime Emmy Awards with Michael Che. | |
| 5. On October 23, 2021, he set the record for the longest-running Weekend Update anchor in SNL history. | |
| 6. He published his memoir, 'A Very Punchable Face,' which became a New York Times Bestseller. | |
| 7. Colin has contributed articles to several prestigious publications, including The New Yorker and The New York Times Magazine. | |
| 8. He cites Norm Macdonald as a significant influence in his comedic style. | |
| 9. On April 27, 2024, he hosted the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, delivering a 20-minute monologue. | |
| 10. Jost made a cameo in the upcoming film 'Fly Me to the Moon,' featuring his wife. | |
| 11. In July 2024, he was announced as the host for the game show 'Pop Culture Jeopardy!' on Amazon Prime Video. | |
| 12. He is a passionate surfer and covered the surfing competition at the 2024 Summer Olympics, despite health challenges. | |
| 13. In 2025, he received an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from the College of Staten Island, CUNY, in recognition of his contributions to comedy, television, and community service. |