Whenever an entertainer reaches mainstream visibility without an official partner by her side, internet communities attempt to invent one. For Sherman, the primary target of viewer speculation has ironically been her on-screen antagonist, Weekend Update anchor Colin Jost.
Beginning in her rookie season, Sherman developed a signature Weekend Update routine built entirely on roasting Jost. She regularly accuses him of horrific fictional crimes, accuses him of hating puppies, or manipulates screen graphics to humiliate him on live television. The bits became an instant viral sensation, accumulating tens of millions of views across YouTube and TikTok. Fans noted their undeniable comic timing and infectious backstage rapport.
Inevitably, internet message boards began concocting off-screen dating rumors. The speculation ignored basic public facts: Jost has been married to actress Scarlett Johansson since October 2020, and the two share a son. Sherman has repeatedly cleared up the dynamic during interviews, explaining that Jost is her most generous advocate in the writers' room. He actively volunteers to serve as her punchline because he knows self-deprecation creates great comedy. Their dynamic is purely professional, built on deep creative trust rather than clandestine romance.
