New York, NY – Another week, another episode of Saturday Night Live’s ( SNL ) iconic Weekend Update! The segment, hosted by Colin Jost and Michael Che, did not hold back, delivering sharp political satire, hilarious celebrity impersonations, and viral-worthy punchlines that had viewers talking all weekend.
With SNL in its 49th season, Weekend Update remains one of the most popular parts of the show. Jost and Che’s signature banter, cutting humor, and occasional on-air pranks make it a must-watch segment every Saturday night. Here’s a look at the best moments from this week’s edition of Weekend Update!
As always, politics took center stage in Weekend Update, with Jost and Che taking hilarious shots at the biggest headlines. This week, the duo tackled the ongoing drama in Washington, the latest presidential race controversies, and some bizarre moments from political rallies.
Jost kicked things off with a joke about the latest scandal in Congress, quipping, “This week, Congress managed to accomplish something truly incredible: absolutely nothing. Again.” The crowd erupted in laughter as he continued, “At this point, their biggest achievement is just showing up—sometimes.”
Che followed with a joke about the presidential election, saying, “One candidate recently said he was ‘very confident’ about winning. Which, in politics, is just a fancy way of saying, ‘I am delusional and my campaign is broke.’”
The entertainment world provided plenty of material for Jost and Che to work with this week. From A-list drama to the latest viral TikTok trends, nothing was off-limits.
One of the biggest laughs of the night came when Jost mentioned a recent celebrity breakup. “Reports say that Hollywood’s latest It-couple has called it quits. But don’t worry, folks—it’s Hollywood. They’ll be back together just in time for award season.”
Che also poked fun at a popular influencer’s new business venture, saying, “A social media star just launched their own energy drink, claiming it gives ‘superhuman focus.’ Yeah, I’m sure it does—right until your heart starts doing backflips.”
One of the highlights of Weekend Update is the special guests who drop by to deliver outrageous commentary or ridiculous characters. This week, the segment featured a surprise appearance from a fan-favorite cast member playing a completely unhinged ‘expert’ on an absurd topic.
The guest, portrayed by an SNL veteran, claimed to be an expert on artificial intelligence but clearly had no idea how it actually worked. “Listen, I asked ChatGPT to write my wedding vows, and now my wife thinks I’m a robot. It said, ‘Till death or a software update do us part!’” The audience howled with laughter as the character’s ‘AI knowledge’ became more absurd.
Another guest appearance featured a deadpan conspiracy theorist who claimed that pigeons were actually government drones. The running joke? Every time Jost tried to debunk the claim, the guest pulled out increasingly bizarre ‘evidence’—including a ‘classified’ drawing of a pigeon with WiFi antennas.
One of the best parts of Weekend Update is the friendly rivalry between Jost and Che. The co-hosts are known for writing jokes for each other that they haven’t seen before the live show—often leading to some of the funniest, most uncomfortable moments.
This week, Che tricked Jost into reading an embarrassing joke about himself. Jost reluctantly read the teleprompter: “Colin Jost is proof that even if you graduate from Harvard, you can still look like the guy who sells boat insurance at the mall.” The audience roared as Jost shook his head, knowing he had walked right into another one of Che’s classic pranks.
Jost got his revenge later in the segment, slipping in a joke at Che’s expense. “Michael Che once said he’d never do reality TV. But I’m pretty sure his dating history counts as ‘America’s Next Top Mess.’” Che couldn’t help but laugh, admitting defeat.
As expected, fans took to social media after the show to share their reactions. Many called this week’s Weekend Update one of the funniest in recent memory, with several jokes quickly going viral.
Twitter (X) exploded with clips from the segment, with viewers praising the chemistry between Jost and Che. One user tweeted, “Colin Jost reading that roast about himself is my new favorite thing ever. Michael Che is a menace.” Another fan wrote, “SNL’s Weekend Update was on FIRE tonight. The jokes were brutal in the best way.”
Even celebrities joined in on the fun. A well-known comedian posted, “Jost and Che are comedy gold. They make political jokes actually fun again.”
Since its debut in 1975, Weekend Update has been one of SNL’s most enduring and beloved segments. It has given us legendary anchors like Chevy Chase, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Seth Meyers, and now Jost and Che—who have been hosting together since 2014.
What makes Weekend Update stand out is its ability to mix sharp political satire with absurd comedy. Whether it’s a joke about Congress or a ridiculous character spouting nonsense, the segment balances humor in a way that keeps audiences coming back for more.
Jost and Che’s unique chemistry—partnership mixed with playful rivalry—adds an extra layer of entertainment. Their ability to roast each other while still delivering news-inspired comedy keeps the segment fresh and exciting.
This week’s Weekend Update was a perfect mix of biting satire, hilarious celebrity jokes, and unexpected moments that had viewers in stitches. From political zingers to surprise guest appearances, Jost and Che once again proved why they’re the kings of late-night comedy.
With SNL continuing its long-running tradition of sharp, timely humor, we can only imagine what Weekend Update will bring next week. Until then, we’ll be replaying the best moments and counting down the days until Saturday night rolls around again!
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