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Express Tribune
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Fans praise Colin Jost for response to Scarlett Johansson kissing Jonathan Bailey on press tour
Colin Jost has addressed the attention around Scarlett Johansson kissing Jonathan Bailey during the Jurassic World Rebirth press tour. Johansson and Bailey, who star in the film, were seen sharing kisses on the red carpet at multiple events. Jonathan Bailey, who is openly gay, previously said of the kisses, 'I believe in being able to show love in all different ways. And if you can't kiss your too short not to.' Colin Jost spoke about the situation with Entertainment Tonight, describing the press tour as 'fun,' although noting the unexpected stories emerging from it. '[There's been a] lot of Jurassic press things that you're like, you didn't expect this to be a story. But there's a lot of stories coming out of it,' Jost said. When asked directly about 'your wife constantly kissing Jonathan Bailey,' Jost responded, 'I guess in Jurassic Park terms, the attack always comes from the raptor you never thought. Of all the threats out there, I wasn't thinking it was Jonathan.' He added, 'People really blow it out of proportion, when someone kisses their friend hello,' and noted, 'Jonathan's an out gay man. It didn't seem like the biggest threat,' before joking that he and Bailey now need to kiss to 'close the loop.' Fans on TikTok and Reddit described Jost's response as confident and noted their appreciation for his relaxed approach, with some commenting that 'the world needs more Colins.'
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Colin Jost reacts to Scarlett Johansson's red-carpet kiss with Jurassic World Rebirth co-star Jonathan Bailey: 'If someone kisses their friend hello...'
Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey lit up the red carpet during the Jurassic World Rebirth premieres in London and New York with their affectionate greetings—two friendly kisses that quickly went viral. According to E! Online's coverage, Johansson's husband, comedian and Saturday Night Live star Colin Jost , responded with humor and grace, proving once again why fans love their dynamic. 'The raptor you never thought was there' – Jost's Jurassic humor Jost, 43, joked to Entertainment Tonight that 'I guess in Jurassic Park terms, the attack always comes from the raptor you never thought was there. Of all the threats out there, I wasn't thinking it was Jonathan.' He added, 'I think it's going to be OK. People really blew it out of proportion. If someone kisses their friend hello, it's pretty nice.' Jost also quipped that he and Bailey might need to kiss to 'close the loop,' referencing the now-iconic red carpet moment. No threat, just friendship Jost emphasized that Bailey, who is openly gay, wasn't a threat to his marriage. His response was lighthearted and confident, reflecting a secure and supportive relationship with Johansson. Bailey echoed the sentiment: 'I believe in being able to show love in all different ways. And if you can't kiss your friends... life's too short not to.' Johansson herself chimed in during a Today appearance, 'He's a lovable guy… We're just friendly people.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Se você sofre com dores no joelho. Leia isso antes que seja deletado Vida Sem Dores Undo Red carpet chemistry and real-life romance The kisses weren't just PR stunts—they were genuine expressions of friendship. At the New York premiere on June 23, Johansson cupped Bailey's cheeks and gave him a light kiss, while Jost stood nearby, smiling and chatting with his wife. The trio's camaraderie was evident, and fans praised Jost's chill attitude. Jost and Johansson: A solid couple Jost and Johansson began dating in 2017, got engaged in 2019, and married in October 2020. They share a son, Cosmo, and Johansson has a daughter, Rose, from a previous relationship. Their relationship has always been marked by mutual respect, humor, and public support. About the film Jurassic World Rebirth, released on July 2, stars Johansson as covert ops expert Zora Bennett and Bailey as paleontologist Dr. Henry Loomis. The film has grossed over 318 million dollars globally, with fans loving both the action and the off-screen chemistry.
Asahi Shimbun
28-06-2025
- Politics
- Asahi Shimbun
U.S. Forces Japan chief calls new command ‘historic' shift
The commander of U.S. Forces Japan said the recent decision by the Self-Defense Forces to establish a joint operations command was a 'historic development' that would be matched by greater coordination on the part of the U.S. military. Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost submitted an opinion piece to The Asahi Shimbun in which he explained the aim of the recently initiated Japan Self-Defense Force Joint Operations Command Cooperation Team, or JCT. During his late March visit to Japan, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the first steps had been taken to give U.S. Forces Japan operational command authority to eventually better coordinate with the SDF Joint Operations Command. Jost explained that the role of the JCT would be 'to further strengthen our bilateral ability to respond to crises or contingencies.' The team would serve as the 'primary interlocutor and liaison' between the SDF and U.S. Forces Japan, he said. He added that the team, 'marks the first tangible step we're taking to enhance our operational synergy with Japan.' Based in Tokyo, the JCT is 'a small team today, but it will continue to grow as USFJ expands its capabilities and authorities,' Jost said. He added that the primary mission of U.S. Forces Japan would result in a switch from 'alliance management' to integrating and synchronizing 'operations that span the spectrum ... from humanitarian assistance, disaster relief and armed conflict.' U.S. Forces Japan currently comes under the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, based in Hawaii, but will gradually increase its command authority over the next few years, Jost said. Touching on recent moves by Tokyo to possess the capability to strike at enemy bases preparing to launch missiles against Japan as well as sharply increase defense spending, Jost said they illustrate 'Japan's determination to serve in a leading role' in regional security. In the context of China's continuing military buildup, Jost said the decision to integrate the command-and-control structures would lead to 'deeper security cooperation while signaling a clear-eyed resolve to uphold stability, deter aggression and ensure a prosperous future' in the region. *** The following op-ed piece by Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost appeared in The Asahi Shimbun on June 28 under the headline, Advancing the Alliance: USFJ, JSDF transform future of Indo-Pacific Security The U.S.-Japan security alliance has entered a transformative era, most recently marked by Japan's establishment of the Japan Self-Defense Forces Joint Operations Command and the ongoing evolution of our U.S. Forces, Japan headquarters. The security, freedom and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific face increasing challenges from adversarial nations, primarily the People's Republic of China, and I can tell you firsthand that these threats are only intensifying. The security developments now in motion underscore a growing urgency to prioritize combat credible forces and reinforce our readiness to protect peace in the Indo-Pacific, and I welcome this new phase of our enduring alliance. During the recent Defense Ministerial meeting in Tokyo, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Defense Minister Gen Nakatani reaffirmed the necessity of our collective transformation efforts, highlighting the increasingly severe security environment. 'We have a robust alliance agenda that will strengthen our deterrence posture, keep the enemy guessing, creating dilemmas for them, and ensure that we achieve peace through strength,' said Hegseth. I join both defense officials in celebrating the establishment of the Japan Self-Defense Force Joint Operations Command; a historic development reflecting Japan's commitment to a more integrated and agile security posture. But what is the Japan Self-Defense Force Joint Operations Command and why does it matter to USFJ and the broader alliance? The answer is an organization with increased functionality and requisite authorities. In other words, the new joint operations command will operate much like a Joint Force Headquarters to unify operational commands across the Japan Self-Defense Force. Japan's ability to provide a more comprehensive and timely response to emerging threats and natural disasters will significantly increase. This crucial step forward represents a key structural evolution and is being done in tandem with a growing defense budget marked by fundamental reinforcements in Japan's defense capabilities, including the acquisition of counterstrike capabilities. The combination of these measures signifies Japan's determination to serve in a leading role in providing regional security. Parallel to these changes, USFJ is transforming to better protect peace and security in the region. As we transition to a Joint Force Headquarters in the years ahead, we will integrate new capabilities across the joint warfighting functions, signaling an important shift to a more distributed and resilient force posture. Moving from a headquarters primarily charged with an alliance management mission to one that, in time, will integrate and synchronize operations that span the spectrum of operations from humanitarian assistance, disaster relief and armed conflict is a monumental task. Our aim is to field a capability that significantly enhances the depth of connectivity and warfighting effectiveness with our Japanese partners to strengthen the Alliance's deterrence. Growing USFJ in parallel with the Japan Self-Defense Force Joint Operations Command requires a collective vision and shared commitment, and I could not be more encouraged by the opportunities ahead. The most recent and visible commitment to the transformation is USFJ's launch of the Japan Self-Defense Force Joint Operations Command Cooperation Team, or JCT. This team is now serving as the primary interlocutor and liaison between our two independent command structures. It's a small team today, but it will continue to grow as USFJ expands its capabilities and authorities as part of our deliberate headquarters transformation efforts. The cooperation team's primary purpose is to further strengthen our bi-lateral ability to respond to crises or contingencies. This team marks the first tangible step we're taking to enhance our operational synergy with Japan. The team is operating from Tokyo and focused on daily, in-person collaboration opportunities across both parallel command structures. Additional organizational and structural changes to USFJ are also being developed in close consultation with U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. These shifts in command and control are occurring against the backdrop of intensifying regional concerns, including a rise in coercive and unprofessional military maneuvers in all domains of operations. These activities emphasize the necessity for a more robust U.S.-Japan security alliance. By modernizing our collective command and control structures, we are achieving deeper security cooperation while signaling a clear-eyed resolve to uphold stability, deter aggression, and ensure a prosperous future for the peace-loving people of Japan and the Indo-Pacific region. It is an honor to be a part of this alliance at such a pivotal moment, and I am confident that together we will rise to meet the challenges ahead.
New York Post
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Another torpedo hits Colin Jost, Pete Davidson's Staten Island Ferry project
Colin Jost and Pete Davidson's Staten Island Ferry dreams are so far underwater they apparently can't even pay their lawyers. The 'Saturday Night Live' pair, along with their partner, comedy club owner Paul Italia, owe $13,500 to a downtown law firm, which filed a lawsuit this week to recoup the debt after years of waiting, court records showed. The trio hired Nicoletti, Hornig Namazi Eckert & Sheehan to handle dockage and towing contracts when they bought the decommissioned John F. Kennedy at auction in March 2022 for $280,000. Advertisement They renamed the vessel the Titanic 2, and plan to convert it into a $34 million entertainment venue — but have been treading water ever since. 3 The decommissioned vessel was bought by the comedy duo at an auction in March 2022. @chadrock 'There has been no reason given by Titanic 2/Mr. Italia for the non-payment,' Nicoletti attorney Val Wamser told The Post. 'We have received no response to our repeated efforts to obtain payment for the legal services rendered.' Advertisement The firm hasn't done any work for the trio since April 2022, Wamser said. The original bill was more than $27,000 but only partial payments have been made, according to the Manhattan Supreme Court legal papers. 3 Jost and Davidson were unaware of the overdue bill, according to a source. WireImage 3 Paul Italia paired with SNL's Colin Jost and Pete Davidson on the ferry project. The trio renamed the vessel Titanic 2. Paul Italia/ Linkedin Italia did not immediately respond to a message seeking comment. Advertisement Staten Island-bred Jost and Davidson 'were unaware of this as they don't handle the day to day business operations of the ferry,' a source told The Post. The fate of the project has predictably turned into the butt of numerous jokes, as Jost recently admitted buying the seaside sensation was 'absolutely the dumbest and least thought-through purchase I've ever made in my life.' In January Jost appeared on the 'Today Show' with actress wife Scarlett Johansson in a sketch debating whether they should sell the ferry for scrap, and last month, he made a rare appearance in an SNL sketch begging someone to take the maritime mess off his hands.
News18
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Scarlett Johansson's Red Carpet Moment With Husband Colin Jost Is Pure Love
Last Updated: The straight-out-of-a-rom-com scene took place shortly after a professional milestone for the actress. Hollywood icon Scarlett Johansson was captured on the Cannes red carpet as she shared a genuinely romantic gesture with her partner Colin Jost. On May 20th, during the carpet of Vie Privee, the couple appeared to lose sight of each other for a brief moment in the middle of the bustling crowd. The swoon-worthy moment occurred when the actress was captured making her way past security and photographers in search of her husband. The straight-out-of-a-rom-com scene took place shortly after a professional milestone for the actress. After the successful premiere of Johansson's directorial debut, Eleanor the Great, which received a five-minute standing ovation, Johansson and her husband seemed to get separated as they navigated the red carpet for a film titled Vie Privee. Johansson was spotted in a flowing lavender silk chiffon Prada gown as her eyes kept searching for her husband, Colin Jost. A few moments later, a worried Johansson appeared to light up with joy as she spotted Jost amid the bustling crowd. The actress was seen ignoring the photographers and security cordons to reach him and finally approached him with a warm smile. Jost, looking classy in a black tuxedo, was visibly surprised to see Johansson making her way into the crowd to approach him before breaking into an appreciative smile. Johansson and Jost took each other's hands as they continued to pose for the shutterbugs. This heartfelt, candid moment set against the backdrop of Cannes' formal grandeur captured the pure essence of their connection. Throughout the festival, the couple consistently presented a united front. At the premiere of Johansson's Eleanor the Great, Jost stood by her side on her biggest day, and the couple was captured sharing kisses and holding hands after the highly positive reception of Eleanor the Great. Johansson met Saturday Night Live co-head writer and Weekend Update co-host Colin Jost in 2006 at the sets of the late-night segment, but the couple started dating in 2017. After dating for two years, the couple got engaged in 2019 and tied the knot at an intimate ceremony in their New York home in 2020. The couple shares a son together, named Cosmo, who was born in 2021. Johansson is also mother to her daughter Rose Dorothy, whom she shares with ex-husband Romain Dauriac. First Published:
