You won't believe the story behind Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost's first date! It's a tale of missed signals, panicked decisions, and a near-miss that could have changed everything.
After five years of marriage, Johansson revealed a surprising truth: their relationship almost didn't happen. In fact, after their initial encounter in 2017, Jost wasn't sure if Johansson was interested in a second date.
The First Date Fiasco
Johansson, a self-proclaimed serial monogamist, explained that she had never been traditionally asked out on a date. So, when Jost, the SNL star, took the initiative and asked her out, it was a refreshing change. They had a lovely dinner at an Italian restaurant in the East Village, but as the evening drew to a close, Johansson, feeling inexperienced in the dating game, made a decision that could have altered their future.
"I panicked. I just felt so flustered," she recalled. Instead of joining Jost for drinks with his friends, she ended the date abruptly and returned home to relieve her babysitter.
The Misunderstanding
Jost, who later became Johansson's husband, thought she wasn't into him. "I totally thought that was it. You were acting so weird," he told her. Little did he know, Johansson's actions were driven by her lack of dating experience and the pressure of being a single mom.
But here's where it gets controversial... Jost had been smitten with Johansson since their first meeting in 2006. In his memoir, he described her as "beautiful, smart, and intimidatingly sophisticated." Yet, Johansson had dated other notable names, like Sean Penn, before their fateful first date.
And this is the part most people miss... Johansson's decision to end the date early could have been a turning point. What if she had stayed? Would their relationship have progressed differently?
The pair eventually tied the knot in 2020, but it's a reminder that first impressions and initial decisions can have a significant impact on our lives.
So, what do you think? Is it better to take a chance and stay, or is it sometimes necessary to follow your instincts and leave? Let's discuss in the comments!
