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Scarlett Johansson Reveals Awkward First Date with Colin Jost

12/2/2025

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Scarlett Johansson, an American actress, described her first date with comedian Colin Jost on the Today show, noting an awkward start.
Johansson and Jost began dating in 2017 and went to an Italian restaurant in New York City.
Johansson said she had never been asked out traditionally before and felt flustered during the date.
They married in 2020 and welcomed a son in 2021, underscoring timing in their relationship.

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Scarlett Johansson, an American actress, described her first date with comedian Colin Jost on the Today show, noting an awkward start.
Johansson and Jost began dating in 2017 and went to an Italian restaurant in New York City.
Johansson said she had never been asked out traditionally before and felt flustered during the date.
They married in 2020 and welcomed a son in 2021, underscoring timing in their relationship.