Scarlett Johansson Does Not Hold Back About What’s Next (‘Retaliation’) After Michael Che And Colin Jost’s Most Infamous SNL Joke Swap

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The 50th season of Saturday Night Live has been brimming with notable moments and viral sensations, such as Sarah Sherman’s White Lotus spoof and Morgan Wallen’s abrupt stage departure early on. However, for a multitude of viewers, nothing surpasses or becomes more explicit than Colin Jost and Michael Che’s recurring “Joke Swap” segment within Weekend Update. While this may not only resonate with fans, it seems Jost’s girlfriend Scarlett Johansson has also experienced her fair share of humorous yet sharp comments over the past few years, notably during the 2024 Christmas episode finale.

Currently, Johansson is poised to reappear on the stage of 30 Rock as the last scheduled host for this season’s SNL. It seems she has plans to retaliate against Michael Che in a clever manner, though she hasn’t disclosed her strategy quite yet. In an interview with Vanity Fair, prior to being announced as the finale’s mastermind, the actress subtly hinted at her intentions, issuing a veiled threat:

(Note that “ringleader” was changed to “mastermind” for better flow and clarity)

As a passionate film aficionado, I can’t help but feel that it’s only fair for me to devise a method to give Michael a taste of his own medicine. Let’s call it a sense of balance or retribution, if you will. And considering the dynamics on our show, one could argue that this sentiment is widely shared among us. Hopefully, I make myself clear.

In a situation that might be awkward to explain to grandparents, an unforgettable instance of Joke Swap occurred when Colin Jost was forced to deliver a joke about his wife’s post-pregnancy physical appearance being similar to roast beef. The cameras captured Scarlett Johansson’s puzzled laughter as she watched from behind the scenes on a monitor. Interestingly, it seems that Jost himself might have been more taken aback in the moment.

During that special episode filled with holiday cheer, Johansson commented on her brief appearances on the show, stating they were unexpected. She also playfully teased the Weekend Update hosts for acting like big children.

I carried several cameras with me. I hadn’t anticipated the situation would be so complex. I was quite surprised and found myself thinking, ‘It appears you’re more mature than your ages suggest.’

Michael Che recently declared that there’s no limit to humor, even in jest swaps or roasting, and he considers nothing off-limits as long as it’s reasonable. However, this statement might not prove beneficial for him in the future, given that it essentially makes him a beacon for criticism, with Scarlett Johansson having a vast arsenal of responses at her disposal.

At minimum, she can count on Colin Jost and a few other Saturday Night Live scriptwriters as resources. This resource proves more beneficial than an arsenal, except in the unlikely event that the storage facility housed an antique collection of “yo momma” humor.

1. Let’s have a look at the initial teaser for Scarlett Johansson’s upcoming appearance, and brainstorm some creative ideas on how she might effectively humble the character of Che.

2. Take a peek at the first trailer featuring Scarlett Johansson in her upcoming role, and imagine all the fascinating ways you’d like to see her put Che in his place.

Don’t forget to catch NBC on Saturday, May 17th, for the chance to witness Scar-Jo’s Season 50 payback against Michael Che. If you prefer to wait and watch it at your convenience with a Peacock subscription, that’s an option too. But why miss out on the excitement by streaming it later?

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2025-05-15 17:37