Jay Leno Then & Now: Photos Of The Iconic Comedian Through The Years In Honor Of His Birthday
Jay Leno began his illustrious career as a stand-up comic and later, host of NBC’s ‘The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.’ His career has since spanned primetime talk show ‘The Jay Leno Show’ and judge duties on the competition series ‘America’s Got Talent.’ The comedian has also appeared in countless films, including ‘Space Cowboys,’ ‘Ice Age: The Meltdown,’ and ‘Ted 2.’ These days, he’s expanding his car collection and hosting the Emmy-winning series ‘Jay Leno’s Garage,’ which follows his reviews, thoughts, and expertise on automobiles. Sadly, on November 14, 2022, it was reported that Jay was in a bad accident while in his garage tending to his cars. He was burned but received treatment. In January 2024, it was reported that he filed for a conservatorship over his wife, Mavis, after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Here are photos of him throughout his career and life.