Colin Jost to Host 2024 White House Correspondents' Dinner
Annual Event to Mark Return to In-Person Festivities
Jokester to Take Center Stage in Washington, D.C.
The White House Correspondents' Dinner, an annual gathering of journalists and political figures, is set to make its in-person return in 2024. Headlining the event will be comedian Colin Jost, the co-anchor of "Saturday Night Live's" long-running "Weekend Update" segment.
Jost's hosting duties were announced on April 28, 2024, at 3:54 am. The dinner is scheduled to take place on April 28, 2024, in Washington, D.C. This year's event will mark the first time the dinner has been held in-person since 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jost is known for his sharp wit and comedic timing, making him a popular choice to lead the festivities. His hosting of the dinner is expected to provide plenty of laughs and entertainment for attendees.
The White House Correspondents' Dinner is an important event in the political and media calendar. It serves as an opportunity for journalists and politicians to interact in a relaxed setting and to celebrate the role of a free press in a democracy.
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