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**Rumors Swirl About Potential “Weekend Update” Exit for Jost & Che After Season 50**

**NEW YORK, NY** – Are Colin Jost and Michael Che about to deliver their final punchlines from behind the “Weekend Update” desk? Speculation is mounting among “Saturday Night Live” fans that the current anchor team may be preparing to depart after the landmark Season 50 concludes on May 17th.

Neither Jost, 42, nor Che, 41, have officially commented on the rumors. Fueling the speculation, however, is a comment made by Che during a stand-up performance in February where he declared, “I’m not coming back, don’t worry. I’m done, it’s over for me. It’s been so much fun. It’s a little emotional, it’s bittersweet.” While the comment’s context within a comedy set leaves room for interpretation, it has only intensified the online chatter.

Jost and Che have held the “Weekend Update” anchor position since 2014, surpassing the tenure of beloved duos like Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. This longevity, combined with perceived hints of burnout from both comedians, is leading many to believe a change is imminent.

Adding fuel to the fire, Scarlett Johansson, Jost’s wife, is set to host the Season 50 finale, with musical guest Bad Bunny. Some fans interpret this as a carefully orchestrated farewell episode for Jost.

In a recent interview on “The Howard Stern Show,” both Jost and Che expressed a desire to explore other avenues, with Che specifically citing a longing to return to stand-up comedy. Both also confirmed that they would not continue “Weekend Update” if the other left.

While no official announcement has been made, the rumors of Jost and Che’s potential departure have left “SNL” fans bracing for a major change after the Season 50 finale.

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