Michael Che, born on May nineteenth, nineteen eighty-three, is a prominent American stand-up comedian, actor, and writer. He has gained widespread recognition for his role on the NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live, where he has been the co-anchor of the beloved Weekend Update segment alongside Colin Jost since two thousand fourteen.
Che's journey in comedy began with a brief stint as a correspondent for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, showcasing his sharp wit and unique perspective. His talent for writing was further honed during his time as a writer for Saturday Night Live, where he eventually rose to prominence.
In addition to his work on SNL, Che and Jost collaborated as co-head writers from two thousand seventeen to two thousand twenty-two, solidifying their partnership in the comedy world. Their chemistry was also highlighted when they co-hosted the seventy-first Primetime Emmy Awards in two thousand eighteen, further establishing their status as a dynamic duo in entertainment.