Scarlett Johansson Reacts to Husband Colin Jost’s Controversial Joke on SNL

Scarlett Johansson Reacts to Colin Jost’s Controversial SNL Joke About Postpartum Body

Scarlett Johansson recently spoke out about a controversial joke made by her husband, Colin Jost, on Saturday Night Live (SNL). The joke, which was part of the Weekend Update segment, referenced Johansson’s postpartum body and their family life, leaving her visibly shocked.

Scarlett Johansson's Genuine Reaction to the Joke

During the SNL segment, Jost delivered a line written by his co-host Michael Che: "I've been eating roast beef every night since my wife had the kids." Johansson was taken aback by the joke, expressing her surprise and discomfort by exclaiming, "Oh my God" when the camera cut to her backstage.

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Scarlett Johansson Calls the Joke "Vulgar" and "Not Okay"

In an interview on the Today show, Johansson described her reaction to the joke. Johansson called the jokes as "vulgar" and insisted they were "not okay." Johansson said the moment was surreal, with her heart pounding and her hands shaking as she watched the live broadcast.

Colin Jost’s Explanation on The Tonight Show

Later, Colin Jost appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where he discussed the incident. He clarified that while Johansson had agreed to light-hearted humor, she wasn’t aware of the specific details of the jokes beforehand. Jost admitted he was surprised by her genuine reaction, joking that he "can’t act that well."

Couple Navigates Controversy with Humor

Despite the awkwardness caused by the incident, the couple, who married in 2020 and are parents to a young son, are handling the situation with humor. Both seem to be navigating the aftermath of the joke with understanding, though Johansson’s reaction was clear.