How Scarlett Johansson Found Her Forever Match in Colin Jost

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In regards to his approximately five-year long marriage with Scarlett Johansson, Colin Jost doesn’t shy away from taking on the less glamorous tasks.

The longtime Saturday Night Live cast member disclosed on Pop Culture Jeopardy! earlier this year that his wife had misplaced her engagement ring. In an attempt to find it, he diligently searched through 12 New York City dumpsters but eventually discovered it was in her pocket all along. It turned out to be a very fortunate day for him.

But even on days that are literal trash, he’s still married to Scarlett Johansson. 

In his 2020 memoir, “A Very Punchable Face”, the 42-year-old cohost of Weekend Update shared that he has found someone he deeply cares for and feels more at ease with than ever before. This relationship has given him a newfound sense of self-assurance, allowing him to be more dedicated to his work and stand firmly behind whatever he produces, regardless of whether others approve or not.

And, for the record, Johansson is a big fan of his work.

Instead of searching through the dumpster for it, he found an 11-carat oval diamond that is nearly as stunning as the 2019 proposal itself.

Speaking with Ellen DeGeneres several months following his proposal, Johansson excitedly shared, “He pulled off an incredible operation, reminiscent of James Bond…it was quite the shock! There’s more to him than just sitting at a news desk; he keeps many secrets hidden.

In her words, the comedian’s intricate plan held deep significance. She described it as a unique and precious occasion. Above all, she expressed that when someone expresses a desire to spend the remainder of their life with you, it’s an incredibly touching and meaningful gesture.

Now years removed from their initimate 2020 vows, it still feels quites sacred. 

Just like many other couples, they occasionally argue over who provides the best bedtime stories for their 10-year-old daughter Rose (daughter from previous relationship with Romain Duriac) and their 3-year-old son Cosmo. In a joking manner, he mentioned on Today, “Actors can sometimes act out and make everything about them. I’m not pointing fingers, but some actors in general.

Additionally, disputes often emerge when he assists the actress from The Phoenician Scheme during rehearsals.

Alternatively, conflicts can surface as a result of his involvement in helping the actress from The Phoenician Scheme with her rehearsals.

Lastly, it’s common for disagreements to occur when he lends a hand to the actress from The Phoenician Scheme during rehearsal sessions.

In 2023, she told TopMob News that Colin approaches things differently, putting his unique spin on them. She said, “I didn’t ask him to act, just recite the lines!

So all signs point to a happily ever after.

Not so long before, an actress who was once among the world’s top earners found herself on a path in life drastically different from what she had envisioned.

Due to her being uncertain about monogamy following short-lived relationships with both Dauriac and Ryan Reynolds.

In her interview with Playboy back in 2017, she expressed that the concept of marriage is incredibly romantic and lovely. She further added that the act itself, when done thoughtfully, can truly be a beautiful experience.

Nevertheless, she confessed, “I find it challenging to adhere to the conventional notion of being monogamous. People might criticize me for this, but I believe it requires effort – a considerable amount of it.

Many couples who came before her have found themselves echoing this statement, attributing it to the countless hours of therapy sessions, complex dialogues, and constant compromises that come with sharing a life with someone. This is often the reality they cite when explaining why, despite their sincere efforts, their relationship eventually reaches its end.

Johansson observed to the magazine that since it requires so much effort from everyone, it must not be a natural occurrence. He added, “Though I’ve been involved with it and hold great respect for it, I believe it challenges our inherent inclination to seek something more.

And yet falling for Jost once they reconnected in 2017 had her doing just that. 

Following her second significant breakup within six years, it was reported that she’s taking things slow and simply enjoying some downtime.

During an appearance on Howard Stern’s SiriusXM radio show in March 2017, she was open to hearing his suggestions for potential suitors. She even chimed in with her own picks, calling Gordon Ramsay “the hottest man in the world” at that time and admitting to having a crush on Anthony Bourdain. However, Scarlett Johansson wasn’t actively seeking a romantic relationship with any of these individuals.

She explained that her caution stemmed from the fact that she has a young child, whom she prioritizes and worries about more.

However, upon meeting Jost during rehearsals for her March 11, 2017 Saturday Night Live hosting, she couldn’t help but feel captivated.

They had been somewhat acquainted with each other, as Jost described later, since she took over the sketch series for the third time in 2010.

At that point, it was the Staten Island-born comedian who landed his breakout role on the well-known NBC show in 2005, just a few months after graduating from Harvard, who proposed an amusing sketch satirizing MTV shows like “16 and Pregnant” and “My Super Sweet 16”.

She reminisced to The Hollywood Reporter in 2019 about a less-than-serious imitation piece he had penned and partly overseen during our production segment. That was my first encounter with him. He appeared quite self-assured back then. Whether he genuinely felt that way, I can’t say, but in such an industry, if you’re not self-assured as a writer, your work simply doesn’t get made.

During that period, Johansson was wedded to Reynolds. However, when she came back seven years later, Jost was still holding the position of chief writer and remained self-assured, as he had secured a place behind the Weekend Update desk alongside Michael Che.

His neat appearance and sharp sense of humor had already won over Rashida Jones and the editors at People, who even dubbed him their Sexiest Witmaster. He also met several requirements on Johansson’s ideal partner checklist.

Originally a junior Olympian and a scholar with degrees in both Russian and British literature, he possessed the necessary intellectual prowess.

Alternatively, As a former junior Olympian and holder of degrees in both Russian and British literature, he was intellectually well-equipped.

Lastly, With a background as a junior Olympian and a scholar of Russian and British literature, his intelligence was more than adequate.

Their shared childhood homes, situated not far from one another within Manhattan, established a common urban background for them. As she confided to Cosmopolitan, “Being a New Yorker is an integral part of who you are,” and further explained, “I can’t imagine thriving in any other environment; the city always calls me back.

At first sight, the Ivy League graduate with a background in debate and speech at Regis High School might not appear to share the same rebellious spirit as celebrities like Sean Penn, whom Johansson dated in 2011, or Jared Leto, her temporary partner in 2004. However, his role as head writer for Saturday Night Live adds an element of edge to his persona.

In an interview with Cosmopolitan back in 2011, Johansson expressed her fondness for being daring, perhaps even a bit playful, as well as challenging established norms and taking initiative.

Moreover, since Jost wasn’t a full-time actor, this aspect avoided the complications that Johansson previously faced due to conflicting acting schedules within a relationship.

Back in 2016, I shared with Cosmopolitan that being in a relationship with another actor isn’t easy. It requires a deep understanding of how to divide our time, especially when both careers are progressing simultaneously. Even if one person is more successful, that too presents its own set of challenges. There can sometimes be an underlying competition.

Essentially, it might be simpler for her if he didn’t have an IMDB profile. However, Jost has a substantial number of writing credits and has appeared in films like “Staten Island Summer” (2015), “How to Be Single” (2016), and the upcoming “Fly Me to the Moon” (2024).

In 2015, Johansson explained to Parade that the world of acting is a peculiar place to inhabit, and it can be quite unpredictable. She added that there will always be someone more successful, which often stems from feelings of rejection. Actors, when they’re not achieving success, tend to associate their lack of popularity with being unwanted – it’s not always accurate. I, too, am frequently turned down.

As your devoted companion, I find it implies that any union between two celestial bodies necessitates an extraordinary commitment. In essence, it calls for a partner who is not just secure in the affection we share, but also self-assured about their personal endeavors and growth.

And Jost, as we’ve established, has every reason to feel confident. 

By the time he managed to attract Johansson’s attention, he had already spent over a decade working with SNL. Meanwhile, their relationship began as something light-hearted, but according to a source speaking to TopMob News, by May 2017 she was back for the season finale, reprising her portrayal of Ivanka Trump, and even made an appearance at the wrap party playing the role of Jost’s love interest.

He had already spent more than a decade on SNL when he first caught Johansson’s gaze. At first, they planned to keep their romance casual, but by May 2017, an insider told TopMob News, she was returning for the season finale as Ivanka Trump and making a cameo at the wrap party playing Jost’s kissing partner.

According to a source at TopMob News, while they aren’t officially a couple, they do enjoy spending time together. They seem to get along well with one another, although their connection isn’t limited to just each other—for now, it appears to be more of a casual friendship rather than an exclusive romantic relationship.

During an interview with TopMob News at the Third Annual New York City Variety Show for Hilarity for Charity in June, Jost was tight-lipped about any new information.

Inquired about disclosing his summer arrangements, he discussed exploring comedy performances (“I recently went to Alabama for the first time, quite exciting. I hadn’t been there before, so I thought it would be interesting to perform some shows there”), traveling around Europe, and spending some leisure time a few hours away from the city in Montauk to “go surfing and unwind slightly.

At the American Museum of Natural History gala in November, they had their first official appearance as a couple. By Christmas, Che publicly declared his affection for them, posting a photo of Johansson and Jost holding hands while ice skating at Rockefeller Center on his Instagram stories.

It wasn’t too unexpected when Jost appeared at the April 2018 premiere of her movie Avengers: Infinity War. However, their choice to go together to the 2018 Met Gala, which is like the Hollywood version of a high school prom, was indeed a bold move.

Later on, Jost expressed to his friends that he hoped to marry her someday, while choosy Johansson confided in her friends that perhaps she had found her perfect match.

During an interview on ‘Live with Kelly and Mark’ in 2024, she playfully remarked, ‘He has a mischievous streak.’ That’s what makes things exciting for him.

And also make out with his girlfriend.

Over Independence Day, the duo was seen in East Hampton nearby, and later, they shared a passionate kiss in the rain during a Labor Day celebration at this coastal town, wrapping up their summer. As autumn arrived, an insider revealed, the blossoming relationship had escalated to a more private level, suggesting that they no longer felt the need to conceal their romantic affair.

When asked if Jost would attend the Emmy Awards alone in September, he admitted that his usual date was unavailable due to work commitments. He praised her, saying “She’s fantastic. She’s busy, so she wouldn’t be able to come,” to ET. Asked about what appeals to him about this celebrity, he replied, “She’s quite impressive…it’s hard to find fault, she’s really great.

Over time, I found myself growing increasingly comfortable navigating our transformation from a clandestine duo to a recognized power couple in Hollywood.

By that October, Johansson was socializing with celebrities such as Emma Stone, Dakota Johnson, host Ryan Gosling, Eva Mendes, musical guests Jay-Z and Beyoncé, as well as others, at the SNL after party.

At the American Museum of Natural History’s gala in November, they had their first official appearance as a couple. By Christmas, Che publicly declared his affection for them, posting a photo on Instagram Stories of Johansson and Jost skating together hand-in-hand at Rockefeller Center.

It wasn’t too unexpected that Jost appeared at the April 2018 premiere of her movie, Avengers: Infinity War. However, their choice to go to the 2018 Met Gala as a couple, which is like the Hollywood version of a high school prom, definitely made a strong statement.

By that point, Jost had been sharing with his friends that he hoped to marry her someday, while the discerning Johansson had been confiding in her group that perhaps she had found her perfect partner.

In a 2024 interview on “Live with Kelly and Mark”, she playfully pointed out, “He has his mischievous streak, which is what keeps things exciting.

Perhaps a bit too interesting at times…

Regarding the crude joke about her personal areas that he and Che exchanged during their joke-swapping session in December, Johansson expressed to InStyle, “I still can’t believe they ventured there. It was so vulgar, so crude. It was truly distasteful, like something from an older era.

Indeed, she managed to exact her revenge by reprising her role as host during the season 50 finale on May 18, marking her seventh appearance overall.

Che admitted, as he traded witty remarks with his long-standing co-star, that their previous joke swap had him making some inappropriate jokes about Colin comparing your person to Costco roast beef. He clarified though, it was all just him venting because he’s envious. After all, he has never had the chance to personally witness a human female anatomy.

In that instance, Johansson clearly demonstrated she was the perfect Avenger, yet it was merely one of several standout moments during her “Bring-Your-Spouse-to-Work” week.

In an interview with TopMob News, she mused that the latest stint directing the comedy series had been as chaotic as a speeding train out of control, with parts falling apart by the end and leaving her bewildered, summing it up as “crazy”. She described the experience as one big whirlwind.

Despite the pandemonium all around, I found myself pausing, taking in every moment, marveling at the one-of-a-kind spectacle unfolding before me, cherishing its rarity and exclusivity.

And there’s a lot to take in. Keep reading to see scenes from her and Jost’s sweet love story.

(This story was originally published Nov. 19 , 2018 at 10 a.m. PST.)

In 2021, the well-known duo from Tinseltown transitioned into proud parents as they introduced their newborn son, whom they named Cosmo, to the world.

Back in May 2021, the pair showcased their playful side during award ceremony season. During their acceptance speech for the Generation Award at the MTV Movie & TV Awards, Colin surprised everyone by pulling out a green bucket of goo and dousing his partner with it. That moment? Unforgettable.

As the curtains fell on the 2020 Oscar Awards, Scarlett and Colin found themselves among the most stylish and endearing power couples in Tinseltown. I, being an ardent admirer, couldn’t help but be captivated by their radiant presence.

During the 2020 Screen Actors Guild Awards, when Scarlett was nominated for her performances in both “Marriage Story” and “Jojo Rabbit”, Colin lent her his encouragement.

Following the performance, there was a lively after-party! That’s where Colin and Scarlett let loose at the 2020 Golden Globes After Party hosted by Netflix.

At the 2020 Golden Globes, amidst my brief pauses for photographers, I found a cherished moment to share a kiss with Colin, all while donning a breathtaking red gown.

Or:

While posing elegantly in my striking red dress at the 2020 Golden Globes, I seized an opportunity to steal a tender kiss from Colin.

Both sentences convey the same information but have different tones and styles. The first one is more formal, while the second one has a slightly romantic or personal touch.

The lovebirds shared a laugh at the Avengers: Endgame premiere in April 2019. 

Scarlett and Colin attended the 2018 American Museum of Natural History Gala together. 

The SNL actor and Avengers actress celebrated the best in television at the 2018 Emmy Awards.

In the grandeur of the global stage at the 2018 Met Gala, I found myself gracing the red carpet alongside a notable Hollywood duo who truly captivated the crowd with their stunning presence and impeccable style.

In essence, they claim that a single image can convey the same message as a thousand words. Yet, when Scarlett celebrated Avengers: Infinity War, nothing spoke louder than the affection evident in Colin’s gaze.

At the 2018 premiere of “Avengers: Infinity War,” an uncommon event, they strolled the red carpet as a pair.

Back in 2017, I, a die-hard fan, was thrilled to be there when that beloved pair made their debut as a duo at the Museum Gala held at the American Museum of Natural History for the very first time.

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