Rumors Swirl as Colin Jost’s SNL Tenure May End After Season 50

NEW YORK, NY — Colin Jost could be gearing up to exit Saturday Night Live after a remarkable two-decade tenure, according to speculation from fans and social media users alike. Jost, 42, has co-anchored the show’s Weekend Update segment since 2014 and joined the cast as a writer in 2005.

Fans on platforms like TikTok are buzzing with theories about Jost’s potential departure following the show’s 50th season finale, which airs this Sunday, May 17. One TikTok user, @Tinkerkait, noted that if Jost leaves alongside cast members Heidi Gardner, Mikey Day, and Michael Che, it would mark the biggest cast exodus since 2022.

“ScarJo hosting the finale makes so much sense if Colin leaves,” one follower commented, alluding to Jost’s marriage to actress Scarlett Johansson, who will host the episode.

Despite no official confirmation, there are several hints raising eyebrows. Jost’s recent appearances in more sketches than usual, coupled with Che’s comments about wanting to leave, fuel rumors about the anchor’s future. “This is my last season. I’m not coming back,” Che said during a February stand-up show.

Fans recall Jost’s earlier statements expressing a desire to prioritize his stand-up career, which culminated in an emotional February stand-up special in which he suggested that season 50 would be his last.

Jost holds the record for the longest-running Weekend Update anchor in SNL history, making his departure particularly poignant for audiences. Other cast members like Gardner and Day have also expressed fatigue with their roles, leading to speculation about a broader turnover following this milestone season.

As discussions swirl about the future of SNL, one fan commented, “If we lose Colin and Che, we lose a national treasure.” The forthcoming finale is shaping up to be a significant moment for the show and its dedicated fans.

The 50th season finale airs on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET on May 17, providing a bittersweet closure to a landmark season.