Jost, Davidson Ferry Project Faces Delays, Event Rentals

Colin Jost made a rare sketch appearance on Saturday Night Live, joining Quinta Brunson, Mikey Day, and Chloe Fineman, to humorously attempt to sell the decommissioned Staten Island ferry he and Pete Davidson bought in 2022 for $280,000. The duo originally planned to convert the 65,000-square-foot vessel into a $34 million floating entertainment venue with restaurants, bars, and event spaces, but the project has faced delays. The ferry has already been rented for events, including a Tommy Hilfiger fashion show and the filming of the horror movie 'Screamboat.' Jost frequently jokes about the purchase on SNL, calling it the 'dumbest and least thought-through' decision of his life while still expressing hope for its eventual success. The ongoing venture remains a comedic subject on SNL and in the media. Jost's sketch highlighted both the project's real-life challenges and its humor.