The annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner will bring together celebrities, journalists covering the political beat, and the President of the United States on a night to celebrate the First Amendment.RELATED: How To Watch The White House Correspondents’ Dinner With POTUS & Colin Jost On TV & Livestream
The White House Correspondents’ Association president, Kelly O’Donnell, said of choosing Jost as the featured entertainer, “His sharp insights perfectly meet this remarkable time of divided politics, and a presidential campaign careening toward a rematch. His smart brand of comedy and keen observation will turn up the heat on the national news media and across the political spectrum.”
She continued, “A night of laughs and reflections as our dinner honors freedom of the press as a cornerstone of American democracy. I am beyond excited to welcome one of NBC’s brightest stars to one of Washington’s greatest traditions.” Guest confirmed to attend include Molly Ringwald, Chris Pine, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Jon Hamm, Keri Russell, Rosario Dawson, Rachel Brosnahan, Naomi Biden, Caitlyn Jenner, Quavo, Scarlett Johansson, and many more.
The WHCA dinner is usually attended by the POTUS, FLOTUS, and senior government officials. Proceeds from the dinner help finance work by the WHCA, which includes scholarships for journalism students.