Michael Che Apologizes to Scarlett Johansson
- NEW YORK (AP) — In a surprise appearance during "Weekend Update" on *Saturday Night Live*, Scarlett Johansson joined Michael Che in a comedic bit centered on a previous...
- The setup occurred during the recurring "Weekend Update" joke swap between Che and co-host Colin Jost, Johansson's husband.
- The original joke, delivered by Jost in December, referenced Costco's removal of its roast beef sandwich.
Scarlett Johansson Joins Michael Che for Mock Apology on ‘SNL’
NEW YORK (AP) — In a surprise appearance during “Weekend Update” on *Saturday Night Live*, Scarlett Johansson joined Michael Che in a comedic bit centered on a previous joke that sparked controversy. Che jokingly apologized for a roast beef joke he wrote during teh show’s 50th season finale.
The setup occurred during the recurring “Weekend Update” joke swap between Che and co-host Colin Jost, Johansson’s husband. “Before I tell another joke, I want to take this opportunity to apologize to someone I hurt,” Che began, before beckoning Johansson to the stage. “Last time we did joke swap,I made Colin do some tasteless jokes comparing your vagina to Costco roast beef.”
The original joke, delivered by Jost in December, referenced Costco’s removal of its roast beef sandwich. Jost, reading Che’s line, quipped, “But I ain’t trippin’, I’ve been eating roast beef every night since my wife had the kid,” as Johansson reacted with mock shock.
Che, seemingly reading lines written by Jost, continued the self-deprecating humor.”The fact is I was just lashing out as I’m jealous. I’ve never even seen a human vagina,” he joked. “And notice I said ‘human,’ because I once spent the summer on a farm.”
Prior to her hosting gig, Johansson had alluded to plans for payback. In a *Vanity Fair* profile, she stated, ”I feel like it’s almost my obligation to come up with some way to burn Michael back.Retaliation, I’d say, should be expected.”
During the same “Weekend Update” segment, Che also offered a mock apology to Jost, seemingly reading lines penned by his co-host. “I owe you everything,” Che said in jest.
“When Colin discovered me, I was selling crack outside,” Che joked. “I’ve told thousands of jokes on ‘update’ that have gotten dozens of laughs, but I’ve never said the three most crucial words of all: I love you.”
Saturday marked johansson’s seventh time hosting *SNL*, a record for female hosts.Bad Bunny appeared as the musical guest for his third appearance on the show.
# Scarlett Johansson’s ‘SNL’ Appearance: A Q&A Guide
Here’s a breakdown of Scarlett Johansson’s recent appearance on *Saturday Night Live*, and the events surrounding it, in a question-and-answer format.
## General Information
### What happened on the most recent *SNL* “Weekend Update”?
Scarlett Johansson made a surprise appearance on the “Weekend Update” segment of *Saturday Night Live*. She joined Michael Che in a comedic bit that revolved around a previous joke that had caused a bit of controversy.
### What was the nature of the original joke?
The original joke, delivered by Colin Jost (Johansson’s husband), compared Johansson’s vagina to Costco roast beef during a joke swap. The joke referenced Costco’s decision to discontinue their roast beef sandwich.
### Why was there a “mock apology”?
Michael Che offered a “mock apology” for the initial roast beef joke. The tone was lighthearted and self-deprecating, designed to poke fun at the controversy and continue the comedic narrative. The entire bit was playful, and Che was in on it.
## The Roast Beef Joke and its Aftermath
### Who wrote the original roast beef joke?
Michael Che wrote the original joke,but it’s critically important to note that the jokes were being “swapped” and Colin Jost delivered the line on the show.
### How did Scarlett Johansson react to the original joke?
The provided text tells us Johansson reacted with ”mock shock” when the joke was originally delivered. However, the bit was clearly pre-arranged and part of a larger comedic performance between the cast members.
### What was Johansson’s reaction prior to the hosting gig?
Before the show, as reported in a *Vanity Fair* profile, Johansson stated that she felt obligated to “burn Michael back”. She implied that she would seek some comedic “retaliation.”
## More Jokes & The Show
### What other jokes were included in “Weekend Update” during this segment?
During the same “Weekend Update” segment,che also offered a mock apology to Colin Jost,seemingly reading lines written by his co-host. He also made a joke about Jost “discovering” him.
### Who was the musical guest on this *SNL* episode?
Bad Bunny was the musical guest for this episode, marking his third appearance on the show.
### How many times has Scarlett Johansson hosted *SNL*?
Saturday’s show marked Johansson’s seventh time hosting *SNL*. This is a record for female hosts.
### Can you provide a summary of the key players and their roles in this *SNL* episode in a table?
Here’s a helpful table summarizing who did what:
| Person | Role | Key Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Scarlett Johansson | Guest Appearance | Participated in the mock apology sketch, hinted at payback for previous joke. |
| Michael Che | Co-Host, Writer | Delivered the mock apology, wrote the original joke, also received a mock apology. |
| Colin Jost | Co-Host | Delivered the original roast beef joke (written by Che), received a mock apology during the episode. |
| Bad Bunny | Musical Guest | Performed as the musical guest. |