The First Glimpse: 2006

In 2006, Scarlett Johansson hosted Saturday Night Live for the first time, and Colin Jost was just another face in the writers’ room. She was already a silver-screen goddess, while Jost was grinding out punchlines that may or may not have made it past the table read.

Years later, Jost confessed he was too nervous to approach her back then. But he did write a sketch where Johansson deadpanned a line about a party being “literally worse than the Holocaust.” Dark humor? Bold. Effective? Not so much.

At the time, Scarlett barely noticed him, but the seeds of destiny were quietly being planted.

The Fireworks: 2017

Fast forward to 2017, when Scarlett made a surprise appearance on SNL’s season finale. This time, Jost wasn’t just another writer—he was the show’s head writer, and confidence looked good on him.

After the show, the pair were seen cozying up at the after-party, and by “cozying up,” we mean kissing. Rumors exploded, and Jost, ever the understated comedian, called her “pretty awesome.” Nice try, Colin.

Hollywood’s Odd Couple: 2017-2018

By late 2017, the duo made their red carpet debut, instantly becoming the most unlikely power couple in Tinseltown. Scarlett—an Oscar-nominated megastar—and Jost—a guy whose job involves roasting himself on Weekend Update—looked shockingly at ease together.

From the Met Gala to Marvel premieres, they turned heads and silenced skeptics. Jost wasn’t just punching above his weight; he was rewriting the playbook.

The Big Question: 2019

In May 2019, after two years of dating, Jost proposed. Johansson later described the moment as “charming and romantic,” which might as well be Jost’s tagline. Somehow, the comedian who once joked about eating hot dogs in a tux had transformed into Prince Charming.

The pair tied the knot in October 2020 in a pandemic-era ceremony so low-key it was announced via Meals on Wheels. Subtle flex, Colin.

Baby Bliss: 2021-Present

In August 2021, they welcomed their first child together, a son named Cosmo. Johansson has described their family life as “blissful,” while Jost, ever the jokester, has publicly fretted about eagles swooping in to snatch his baby. Classic Jost.

The Real Magic

So, what’s their secret? Johansson credits their shared sense of humor and mutual respect. But let’s not kid ourselves—Jost’s sharp wit and down-to-earth charm are what truly sealed the deal.

Their journey from SNL sketch meetings to red carpet royalty is proof that sometimes, life hands you a script so ridiculous, it works. Scarlett and Colin? They’re living it.