Michael Che expresses interest in writing for WWE
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Michael Che, co-host of 'Weekend Update' on SNL, discussed his dream of writing for WWE during an appearance on Stephanie McMahon's podcast. He revealed that the experience would be 'like bucket list,' citing admiration for current WWE performers such as IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley. Che previously participated along with Colin Jost in WWE programming in 2019. His comments reflect a growing interest among comedians in WWE writing roles.
- •Michael Che has hosted SNL's 'Weekend Update' for 12 years.
- •He appeared in WWE programming at WrestleMania 35 in 2019.
- •Che admires performers like IYO SKY, Rhea Ripley, and Paul Heyman.
- •Another comedian, Tony Hinchcliffe, declined a WWE writing position to focus on comedy.
- 12:30 PMWrestling Inc — Comedian Michael Che Teases Writing For WWE, Talks His Favorite Performers
"Could Michael Che trade the "Weekend Update" desk in for a job in WWE? The man himself has opened up about how writing for WWE would be a dream.
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