Colin Jost, Pete Davidson Plan Staten Island Ferry Entertainment Venue

During the May 3 episode of Saturday Night Live, Colin Jost made a rare sketch appearance to humorously attempt to sell the decommissioned Staten Island ferry he purchased with Pete Davidson in 2022, referencing their ongoing efforts to transform it into a large-scale entertainment venue. In the sketch, Jost, playing himself, interrupts a comedic altercation between drivers portrayed by Quinta Brunson and Mikey Day, pitching the ferry and even jokingly impersonating Davidson to make the sale. The ferry, bought for $280,000, is still under development, with plans for restaurants, bars, and event spaces, and may ultimately cost as much as $34 million. Jost has previously described the purchase as the 'dumbest and least thought-through' of his life, but maintains hope for its future. The ongoing project has hosted notable events, including a fashion show and a film shoot, though it remains a frequent subject of self-deprecating humor by Jost on SNL and in the media. The sketch highlights both the comedic potential and the real-life challenges of Jost and Davidson's ambitious venture.