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Michael Che’s On-Air Apology to Scarlett Johansson Caps Viral SNL Joke Swap

During SNL’s 50th season finale, Che apologized for a crude joke about Johansson, who joined him and Colin Jost on Weekend Update for a comedic payback moment.

Scarlett Johansson, left, and Colin Jost attend "SNL50: The Anniversary Special" at Rockefeller Plaza on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, in New York.
Michael Che apologized to Scarlett Johansson for his dirty joke he forced Colin Jost to tell back in December.
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Overview

  • Michael Che apologized live on air to Scarlett Johansson during the Weekend Update segment of SNL's 50th season finale for a crude joke made in December 2024.
  • The December joke, delivered by Colin Jost during a joke swap, compared Johansson's anatomy to Costco roast beef, shocking both Johansson and audiences.
  • Johansson, who hosted the finale, joined Che and Jost for the apology and a comedic exchange, including Jost making Che read a joke about having 'more nipples than a pregnant dog.'
  • Che attributed his earlier joke to jealousy and self-deprecating humor, adding a personal touch to the apology during the live broadcast.
  • The segment has since gone viral, amassing nearly 5 million views across YouTube and X, becoming a highlight of SNL's milestone season.