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Scarlett Johansson Prepares for Record-Breaking SNL Hosting with a Plan to Roast Michael Che

Ahead of her seventh hosting appearance on May 17, Johansson teases retaliation for a controversial joke and stars in a comedic promo with Colin Jost and Sarah Sherman.

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Overview

  • Scarlett Johansson will host the Season 50 finale of Saturday Night Live on May 17, marking her record-breaking seventh appearance as host.
  • Johansson has publicly hinted at plans to retaliate against Michael Che for his December 2024 roast beef joke, which she described as 'vulgar' and 'really gross.'
  • The joke, delivered by Johansson’s husband Colin Jost during the Weekend Update joke swap, left Johansson visibly shocked backstage, a moment captured on camera.
  • In a new promotional sketch for the finale, Johansson humorously dodges a kiss proposal from Jost before Sarah Sherman tranquilizes him with a dart, referencing Che's involvement.
  • Johansson’s hosting will coincide with musical guest Bad Bunny, and her return highlights her significant presence within SNL's history and its 50th season celebration.