Jay Leno Speaks Out For First Time Since Major Burn Accident

Comedy icon Jay Leno reveals new details about the garage fire that left him with serious burns to TODAY’s Hoda Kotb. He talks about the moments immediately after the accident, as well as his recovery and plans for the future.
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#jayleno #comedian #fire

[@REVOLVERE]

He knew millions of people were going to watch this interview. That's why he cracked so many jokes to comfort all of us knowing that he's okay and to stay positive. What a great guy, truly inspiring.

[@payableondeath9091]

💯😂

[@Alkatross]

Good to know they saved all the original parts

[@Purriah]

🥹

[@sudokode]

A good comedian never stops laughing.

[@ksm1985]

Did he, aye?

[@TimeBucks]

This dude is so down to Earth

[@user-sm8kf8oy2t]

nice

[@user-dh6hi2bz8w]

ممتاز

[@sagar805h]

Nice

[@surojitdebnath2475]

Hi

[@farmankhan6283]

Nice

[@maggs131]

Jay is the definition of a class act. 73 years old with 2nd degree burns on his face and he drives home to reassure his wife. I love this guy so much ❤️

[@edub9930]

He turned the interview into the Tonight show. Absolute legend. 👏

[@southshore8911]

maybe next time his old gasoline car will blow up with him in it

[@mariposavioleta9007]

Yes back before the Tonight Show became trash that it is now

[@desertmav8632]

@@mariposavioleta9007 ain’t that the truth!! We sorely miss the good ole days of Carson and Leno! Actual funny comedians that people actually tune into!

[@furthurondown]

neat part about people like this is it's just their personality to entertain. He made it effortless! Such a good human

[@patrickpowers5995]

He must have good insurance!!

[@ChuckRusty]

Every serious mechanic I've ever known (including my Dad) has always laughed and joked about the horrible things that have happened to them while working on vehicles. Jay is as real as they come. Glad to see he's alright!

[@c.s.mcleod7383]

The most dangerous aspect of being a mechanic,is the loss of fingers.

[@francisbeaudry8598]

you so right about this........ i am like this and i am mecanic to from quebec canada

[@dragonchaserkev]

My neighbour is a mechanic and had a huge city riding lawnmower fall off the hoist onto him, almost killed him but he jokes about it. Mechanics are pretty tough folks.

[@shawndodson5556]

I once set my carburetor on fire while messing with timing... Good times.

[@nemo227]

@@c.s.mcleod7383 Yes, it's that attitude, "This isn't the right wrench and it might slip but I'll be careful . . ."

[@BlackCat-dm7se]

As a kid I was in a bad fire I had burns to 40% of my body, months in the hospital and therapy afterwards, I had so much trouble sleeping because of the PTSD I would watch Jay on the tonight Show at 3 in the morning, his comedy helped me through some difficult times, it was horrible to hear that he went through something similar, I'm so glad he's okay and still has his sense of humor, God bless you Jay, you kinda saved my life and I'm so glad someone was there to save yours

[@stat8173]

Thanks for posting this 👍🏼 well said

[@FuturesPast1]

While I was in intensive care in a burn unit myself for a month, I would watch Jay Leno on the TV in my hospital bed because the pain and severe anxiety was so bad I couldn't sleep. I'm glad you are okay.

[@skeggjoldgunnr3167]

32% 3rd degree burns for me in the Army. hydrotherapy, peeling scabs. Circular bed. someone always bothering me making me walk or something. I escaped and stole a jeep, went and got myself a bottle of Jack Daniels.

[@larryambrose2660]

Nothing scares me more than fire.

[@michaelshifflett76]

@@larryambrose2660 How about rattlesnakes?

[@Chris-ey6rn]

This stuff is no joke. This is how I lost my dad. Flooded carb on a tractor , battery spark while his face was over it , breathed all that in . He lasted 5 days in the hospital so this shakes up some bad memories but Jay is a national treasure as well and I’m glad to see him make it in good spirits

[@hi_im_angelatrainor]

God bless you

[@christianalmli9085]

I'm so sorry to hear that brother.

[@letsgomets07]

Head up bro man. Takes a lot to write that

[@riceflatpicking4954]

I’m sorry you lost your dad ❤

[@Chris-ey6rn]

@@riceflatpicking4954 flash fires like that are no joke . I’m sure their would of been a time I laughed at it . Good reminder how something so innocent it seems can be so dangerous

[@lynnebucher6537]

I am amazed at how quickly and well he healed. That burn center does amazing work.

[@sonvan6714]

ok

[@yogamatt443]

Likely just another fictitious story. They are all actors after all.

[@OceanSwimmer]

@@yogamatt443, He had skin grafts. Stop astonishing us with your ignorance. Why so mean tempered?

[@yogamatt443]

@@OceanSwimmer It’s TV. He’s an actor. Most people are just too dumb and think TV is somehow real.

[@machupikachu1085]

@@yogamatt443 And you're the only smart one, right?

[@user-mb8rf7qk5q]

Jay is a regular at my job in Beverly Hills and I gotta say he’s the kindest guy. Super quiet, polite, gracious and always takes time to talk to people that recognize him.

[@ScoobyandShaggy5554]

Where do you work?

[@Motoko1134]

@@ScoobyandShaggy5554 strip club xD

[@michaelnotigan7796]

For any car nut, Jay is a beloved, national treasure. Kudos to Dave for instantly reacting to the fire, saving Jay from a more serious outcome. The pictures of the burns that Jay suffered are far worse than what the car community first believed, especially considering his relatively short stay in the burn treatment center. A credit to the doctors and nurses who worked on Jay & the burn healing technology we have today.

[@ddhsd]

Any Gas fire is horrible but Jay mentioned two things on his Adam Carolla interview he scrunched up his eyes tightly shut, yelled for Dave then DIDN'T breathe until fire was out. That quick thinking protected his eyes and his lungs from inhaling burning gasoline. I should add Jay mentioned Dave had some pretty severe burns himself from grabbing Jay. Dave the man is A HERO too! for more in depth interview check Adam Carolla radio interview Dec 9th here on YT

[@Praise___YaH]

Guys, Here is The Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Semitic: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

[@0hffs]

@@Praise___YaH praise ALLAH!

[@DavidJohnson-hg1mz]

Not a Leno fan, but as a car guy I understand the seriousness of the situation, and I’m glad a brother in the industry is ok after having to go through this.

[@David_USF]

@@Praise___YaH Hail Satan! Satan is Lord!

[@leokimvideo]

Jay's been given a free facelift by the fire, he's lucky it's had a positive look to his appearance. It's a miracle

[@aarongittoes]

You get around haha

[@GodKing804]

Lmaoo

[@richardingame]

hospital stays in America are not free, I would bet a facelift would be a lot less than the burn recovery costs.

[@John-Doe-Yo]

@@richardingameyou think he’s worried about the cost?

[@richardingame]

@@John-Doe-Yo you like to put words into others mouths but will you agree to stop kicking stray dogs?

[@taxidermydavid]

This interview tells you everything you need to know about him. His perspective and desire to downplay the attention shows you the humility and genuineness.

[@ev25zv]

If he had a real desire to downplay the attention, he wouldn't have granted any interviews. Just saying...

[@Heiserbergen]

@@ev25zv he has a large following as well as being very high profile, he probably did it just as an update to clear the air as the news tends to blow things out of proportion anyway. He didn’t come onto the interview and whinge or sigh about what happened, basically just came in, told us what happened, said he’s all good and that’s it.

[@jasonbates2687]

Jay's sense of humor during all this is very inspiring

[@pookienumnums]

he never thought he was a roast comic lmfao. great line.

[@JoshuaC923]

Really, great example💪🏻

[@touraneindanke]

Humor helps me to get on. My nose needed reconstruction and a part was taken out of my ear to do that.....If people sceem into my face i can really hear them actually FFANTASTIC ❤️🍀😉

[@payableondeath9091]

@@touraneindanke 😂👏God Bless you🙏

[@Zenchique]

@@touraneindanke 😂🤣AH-HAHA!! That's too good... 💖🥰 You had me going there, really. I bet you're a hoot to be around, too 🥳👍🤩

[@itsabouttime8680]

So glad he's made a recovery - he always brings a smile to your face - an absolute icon. God Bless Jay Leno.

[@brandonmunsen6035]

No

[@massari4u]

Agree 100%, from his tonight show to his Garage shows, always enjoyed watching him, he has a good positive energy.

[@1993car]

As a burn victim myself, Jay is very lucky to look the way he does and I wish every day my skin graphs looked as good as his. Going to the store waiting in line people look at you differently. Some with the look of sorrow and others with the look of discuss like I'm unworth to be in the presence of others. I lost count on the number of people that thought they were being sneaky snaping pictures of my burns. I'm young and have to deal with this for the rest of my life.

[@bjettiejett]

OMG, Let me apologize for the general public. I'm so so sorry someone ever looks at you in a sorrowful or disrespectful way. Remember our bodies are only temporary. Always know, you're special, ONE of a KIND and nothing changed on the inside. Believe in yourself, hold your head high and feel sorry for people in public that stare. Turn the tables and stare right back at them until they FEEL UNCOMFORTABLE!! Sending you a virtual HUG, and again I'm so sorry how rude most people behave these days.

[@ChrisTomlinsonlive]

I can relate, I'm also a burn survivor. I am 98% of my body covered in 3rd degree or worst burns. I was burned at almost 2 years old, had a 1% chance to live, and here I am today at 38 years old. I, too, wish my skin had healed the way Jay's did but then again, I'm so used to looking this way that I wouldn't want to change. I understand the looks! I can't go anywhere at all without scaring some kids, people literally stopping what they're doing, some snickering, gasping, disgust, and even anger. I've had people tell me I should be hidden in a basement and how dare I show my face in public. I've even been told I should just have died or to go die. I've heard the worst of the worst, but I keep going. From one burn survivor to another, I see you, and you're not alone, my friend!

[@TrevorHeathPhotography]

@@ChrisTomlinsonlive You've grown to be strong which I guess you've had to. I respect you and wish you the best.

[@alex4alexn]

Jay is a kind man, i dont know if there is technology that might one day help you but now that Jay knows what it is like to have this happen first hand, maybe he will become and advocate and help others like yourself. Empathy is impossible to teach and even harder to learn, but you are filled to the brim with it. Keep your head up and I admire your strength

[@Papapickles69]

They couldn’t make it a day in your shoes man.

[@JSAFIXIT]

He's handled this so well. His attitude towards it most definitely helped. I'm glad he's recovered so well.

[@Jascolbre]

72 years young and still just as sharp and funny as he was when he was tonight show host. Absolute legend.

[@ROBYNMARKOW]

My dad's 91 & still funny & sharp alot of the time.👍

[@Praise___YaH]

Guys, Here is The Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Semitic: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

[@Erin-Thor]

And still -climbing- crawling under cars at 71!

[@jesuschristiscallingyou953]

"72 years young" is just a feel-good, truth-denying anesthetic people use to numb the fact that death is near. Physical age doesn't lie. Mental age is a thing, and sure...Jay is still a young man at heart, but he ain't got much left in this world, and he'll find out it was all a waste of time. We do not exist to realize our dreams and wishes. We exist for a purpose that will have eternal repercussions, and that's precisely what mankind has been fighting against since the beginning!

[@kenhurley4441]

Likes are at 69, so I can't be #70. I'm Jay's age and he is so much more active than I! Yes a national treasurer! I hope our paths cross. He'll be driving Johnny's car and I'll be driving a school bus! Yellow and green do go together.

[@maryoleary2037]

Kudos to the medical team. Jay is very fortunate not to be disfigured. Seems like his sense of humour never left him.

[@jasoncummings7052]

A Volcano could not take his sense of humor away. Good to see he's ok.

[@peterpants9783]

? He’s horrifically disfigured just look at him! I can’t look away it’s so terrible!

[@ElectricityTaster]

There is a lot of makeup there too.

[@mrkitty777]

It looked really bad 🤕 but i couldn't see scars at his face 👍 although his left hand it's visible still.

[@jasoncummings7052]

@@mrkitty777 For someone who face was covered with fire his appearance is not at all bad.

[@nastrodomis]

Jay is a national treasure. Glad he is ok and he took it in stride apparently. Truly an example for young people these days.

[@kimpeterson1268]

SILENCE!

[@hieuhoangthanh6814]

ok

[@tootall4646]

So glad Jay is okay and making a great recovery. He is a class act.

[@cacau1810]

ok

[@xploration1437]

No he’s not. He’s an Indian giver.

[@robertfeinstein2175]

Jay is a class act. It's great to see that this talented, good man has healed so nicely.

[@MrVariant]

I had to get on fire to be on the today show was like the ole I was frozen today line 🙃 glad he can laugh

[@lunardelusions2657]

Not really, he isn't very nice in person.

[@MrVariant]

@@lunardelusions2657 never meet your heroes lol that is true more often than not.

[@chrismc.4437]

Hoda is a nightmare.

[@Andy-gti]

imagine if all burned victims had the money Jay had...

[@rawuncutmack1038]

This dude is so down to earth. My son & I were driving in Palm Springs a few years ago and stopped at a traffic light right next to him. He was test driving an antique classic car. I thanked him for all of his hard work. I could tell that the comment caught him kinda off guard. The floodgates opened...lol. He just started asking about where I was from & asked my son his name. The light turns green & he turns to us and says "You guys take care and be safe." My son looks over to me & asks "Who was that?" Lol. God bless Jay Leno. He could've just as easily ignored us and acted as though he didn't hear us. Much respect.

[@spacep0d]

So glad he's okay. Jay is a national treasure!

[@AdamSmith-fe9jf]

Great guy, always loved him. He’s got a great spirit and positive attitude. Glad to see he’s recovered and doing well now.

[@ericward8010]

When I was homeless and sleeping in a broken van, I got up one morning and went to catch a bus to work. You passed me at the bus stop in a maroon Rolls, and you smiled at me and waved. You raised my spirits just by being yourself. WE ALL LOVE YOU.

[@TeachAManToAngle]

I love your story. Glad to hear you are no longer homeless.

[@DngrDan]

Lol "hello peasant" Thank you m'lord!!

[@thehatchetwarrior808]

@@Username12665 Do you feel better now sunshine?

[@sicknado]

@@Username12665 has NOTHING to do with race. Its about money and a "brown" person who has high wealth status looks down on people with less wealth just the same. Capitalism s the problem, not race.

[@Jedzelex]

Guys, please ignore the troll who posted that race baiting post here. Report that post and it will be taken down. Anyway, ON TOPIC... here's a fun fact: JAY WAS HOMELESS HIMSELF back in his early days. He used to live in his car. So it makes sense that he empathizes with homeless people.

[@xAnotherNigX]

Jay's a national treasure. Really glad he's okay. What a stand up genuine guy 💪

[@anatitan5546]

A beautiful good Italian man made from the good stuff we have a hard time replacing nowadays.

[@drewledbetter526]

I thought he was an American.

[@allentoyokawa9068]

@@drewledbetter526 he is

[@dub2536]

AMEN to that!

[@skidooshlayman12]

Except when he stole Conan O'Brien's show.

[@jenh849]

Glad you are doing well Jay. Thanks for sharing your story with us. My grandfather also got burned working on his car back in April 1976 and wasn't so lucky. 80% of his body had 2nd and 3rd degree burns. He only lived for 3 days and died on the way to the Lehigh Valley burn center in the helicopter. It makes me so happy to know medicine has come a long way since then. Prayers for you and others who suffer from burns.

[@toweronthehill]

Great way to handle a hardship and be a famous role model. Love to hear how he took care of the doctors, nurses and other patients

[@joe6096]

He bought pizzas for the whole nursing and doctor's staff on his floor, and gave out cookies to all the children burn victims in his area. Personally went to each kids rooms and brought them cookies. Great guy.

[@StrengthScholar0]

Whoever worked on helping them heal those burns is a miracle worker. You can't even tell.

[@GreatValueBleach]

Because he’s rich

[@donk-leejones1605]

Also entirely possible he’s just covered in makeup

[@kathrynbanks7052]

Also costume designers do amazing work with silicone masks. He doesn't even look the same really

[@williamwintemberg]

I'm thinking Jay is best known to the masses as a funny guy but to the car and motorcycle crowd, he's so much more. I think it's safe to say all of us that admire Jay are very happy for him at this moment. Keep it all going Jay! We Love You!

[@JM-ym8vr]

No not at all. People that aren’t simpletons know that Jay Leno didn’t deserve that late night gig he got and he supported the war on terror. Screw Jay Leno doesn’t even know how to turn a wrench he just buys cars

[@c.l.montoya2972]

William, you’re right on about Jay. Most of us revere Jay for his down to earth attitude. He does not have an oz. of arrogance or negativity. The fact he has lifelong friends tells us what a great character he is & of course a pleasure to spend time with. Jay had us worrying about him for a minute; but when I heard he was telling jokes & passing out cookies, to everyone at the hospital, I knew he’d be just fine💝💖🙏🏽😄

[@williamwintemberg]

@c.l.montoya5917 Well Said!

[@joe6096]

@@JM-ym8vr So, in other words, you believe the tabloids, believe in conspiracies, hate America, and are jealous that Jay is so rich he bought all those cars without touching a penny of his Tonight Show earnings. And Johnny wouldn’t have willed him his Dad’s 1939 Chrysler Royal if he didn’t deserve the show ya big moron!

[@didybopintitys]

@@JM-ym8vr I’ll never understand why people watch things they dislike

[@patarsatar]

So humble... He deserves all the love he gets.

[@denisepope8599]

So glad Jay survived that horrible accident. He looked great. Thanks to his friend, we still have Jay Leno to put a BIG smile on all our faces. Stay safe Jay.

[@sheepdog401]

This is what a true old school man does......downplay the injury, make jokes about it, never complain, take care of his wife and make sure she doesn't stress too much about it, and continue on with life ! A true class act.

[@codymoe4986]

A true, old school man, sits down for a television interview, to downplay a minor injury?

[@mattm3656]

​@@codymoe4986That's correct. And a real man wouldn't judge another man for sitting down for an interview.

[@Capohanf1]

You would NEVER see a Millennial OR Gen XYZer do that!!!!!!!!!! They would STILL be in the Hospital!!!!!!!!!

[@christineperez7562]

@@Capohanf1 Good because the longer you wait the worse it is. He still has healing to do.

[@justchillin6599]

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@khuo0219]

Truly amazing medical advancement to let Jay look almost normal after such severe burns. Kudos to all!

[@TheI3lacky]

Money... while others will never look like that again

[@mateah83]

Yep and his old skin isn't healing even closely to what a young and fresh skin would, just imagine how they can fix up young burn victim, truly amazing.

[@mateah83]

@Bonka I'm from Sweden and here they have this weird philosophy that "if you're paying taxes or have payed taxes your whole life then you will never have to worry about getting sick, having an accident or simply growing old, there will always be someone there to take care of you cost free" and so Healthcare and old people homes are payed for by the taxes and everyone is taken care of. I wouldn't call myself a socialist I'm rather a conservative in many ways but if there's anything I like about socialism (in Northern Europe) is that the everyday person is always taken care of regardless of background or economic status.

[@JohnnyD1993]

@@mateah83 Your taxes go to paying for the deliberately unhealthy. I'm not okay with taxing me to pay for those diseased with diseases they brought upon themselves. This extends far beyond medical taxes, but I'd be furious if I had to pay for an overweight inactive land yacht. I wouldn't be okay with my taxes paying for a druggies medical problem.

[@scottnelson9]

@@TheI3lacky you’re equating money to severity of burns. If the incident had been worse then he wouldn’t have come out of it looking this good. Also, skin grafts are not considered cosmetic surgery, so that’s another bit of false equivalency you’re arguing.

[@davidhancock91]

I only just found out about this accident. So sorry to hear. I love the way you can laugh at yourself Jay. The pain and recovery must have been terrible. You are a gem of a guy Jay. Thank the lord you have recovered well. Stay safe and best wishes from your friends in Australia

[@GiGiGoesShopping]

Saw him in person years back. He really is genuinely a nice gentleman.

[@lulzjeffy1337]

The fact that Jay is so buoyant and has such a spirit of resignation about the whole ordeal is really a testament to his character. He is truly a humble guy who accepts his circumstances and never wants people to pity him or feel sorry for him. He just wants to make you laugh.

[@snowrocket]

All of this just makes me love the guy more. Everyone who meets him says he's just a happy regular guy who's very funny and has a lot of cars. He's not pretentious, arrogant, or condescending like so many celebrities can be. I would like to meet him and spend some time with him in his garage talking about cars and life. It would be a fun time, I'm sure.

[@justgivemethetruth]

I'd be up, bubbly and buoyant as well because he got off so easy and it could have been so much worse. There is a high that comes from escaping death and disaster.

[@GrizzlyDaddams]

Oh yeah, great character. Passes the late show to Conan then snakes it back like a slimey worm. He's a pos.

[@carlatteniese2]

I heard he floats.

[@snowrocket]

@@carlatteniese2 What? "So buoyant that he floats"? Nice try, but you're no Jay Leno.

[@mrtonyo1965]

Saw him 3 times and he is a simple man, who happens to be very talented. One of my friends worked in a furniture store in Burbank, and every Saturday Jay brought fresh donuts to the employees, as he always went to a classic auto supplier next door. No ego, and they loved shooting the bull with him. Best wishes toJay

[@elenachristine6266]

Love when people can keep their sense of humor no matter what, it is the best and healthiest coping mechanism there is. Also, he's very fortunate to be able to afford the expensive procedures that he needed, not everyone is so lucky.

[@rcmakingtracks18]

So glad Jay's recovered well... he's a truly wonderful human being.

[@MarinCipollina]

So good to see Jay recovered, up and about. What a guy, he's a national treasure.

[@tonysodano]

I ran into Jay in a parking lot in Hollywood at Ralphs when I was a kid. He was shooting something, and he gave me a slice of pizza and talked to me like I was his friend. Humble, down to earth. Legend

[@nothingsurprisesmeanymore]

This is the first time I've heard of it, he's a funny guy I'm glad the burns weren't that bad.

[@jennifer801]

So glad he’s doing well. He’s such a nice man. He was worried more about his wife. He has such a strong work ethic. Not even getting burnt stops him from his comedy gigs.

[@jackson5116]

He's always had a strong work ethic- had two jobs his entire life (even during Tonight Show he still did comedy tours).

[@eternalzxzpayne5984]

I really wish more people were like Jay. Truly inspiring individual.

[@rsprockets7846]

crispy?

[@eternalzxzpayne5984]

@@rsprockets7846 Yes. Like a fresh fry.

[@TracyGrammerOfficial]

Incredible healing. Even *more* incredible attitude. And an absolute hero for a friend. I'm so glad they are both okay! And ... just a reminder. Lukewarm or cool water is best for burns -- not cold. I know this from docs who treated my second degree burns years ago. Continued blessings on Jay Leno, his friend Dave, his wife, and all of us.

[@adamweston4152]

As a survivor of a facial petrol burns I have to say that jay has made a very speedy recovery and he is very lucky, I had to have my burn's washed with pure iodine which was hellishly painful on top of the raw burns themselves, this was in 1984 when the technology was nowhere near as advanced and am so lucky to have kept my looks and I'm eternally grateful to the Burns unit that treated me.

[@johnmcclain3887]

Jay is nothing but a "gearhead". The real thing. I've been wrenching almost sixty years, cut up, burned up, just part of being a mechanic. There is no doubt Jay is every bit the real thing. Thanks for a great interview. In fact, this is perhaps the best interview I ever watched, they aren't exactly at the top of my hit parade. Most of my heroes are dead, Thanks for pulling through this with style, Jay!

[@sabersz]

I'm not an American so I've never been into him much, I knew who he is of course. When I found out he had his car channel, and was a car guy himself... I was ecstatic! Gotta love when someone goes full in on their passion

[@northernninja3321]

@@sabersz "Did I learn anything? pfftt, of course not". as a mechanic, I totally felt that lmao

[@bddmhopp5]

At 0.38 he called him President OBiden…and he would be correct.

[@Michaelobama184]

I could not have said it better. I too am a Gear head and I've actually gotten good at it where I know how to not bust my knuckles very much anymore. I've learned to take my time. I always feared that Jay Leno would get into a crash with someone that was playing with their phone and get injured or killed he's not afraid of driving or riding any of his bikes or cars or steam cars. Jay Leno's Garage is one of my favorite shows. Good Times. Be well Mr Jay Leno. We Love you

[@69ChevyGarage]

Jay is more than a gearhead, he's a good human being; especially bright light within a Hollywood that is "infested" with evil.

[@genefortney9133]

You are an amazing man Jay Leno! We are all super glad that you made it through this !!

[@jiibee444]

Respect for Dave to think fast and saving Jay from even worst burns. And respect for Jay for the positive attitude and humor. Hope all heals well.

[@quintili1]

I'm glad he made a full recovery, Jay really seems like a genuinely nice guy.

[@anterpants]

Tell that to Conan.

[@Focusonbehind]

Yeah maybe but he also parks his car with hazard lights on prohibited parking space just to get something to eat.

[@dardanm3544]

Is it possible to be a nice guy hoarding so much unnecessary wealth?

[@Sacred_Silence]

@@dardanm3544 yes

[@oso9809]

What unnecessary wealth? Did he not earn the money?

[@abrahamsalas8890]

“We saved all the original parts.” And that’s why the whole world loves you Jay.

[@Babylonboy55]

Goosebump just because of how nice Jay is. Very glad he is okay!

[@dianalee3059]

It’s December 27 and I’m thinking of you and hoping you’re continuing to do well. Absolutely amazing you did a Comedy Club stint just 2 weeks after the burn accident! Way to go! You are well loved out here sir! May 2023 be the best of your life so far!

[@dankgankster4100]

Nobody makes me as happy to learn about classic cars as much as Jay. I'm glad he made such an amazing recovery

[@mitsuomits9077]

The man was neither traumatized nor wanting to make people feel petty for him. He's just seeing "hot jokes" all over. Loved so much his attitude and I'm so glad that he is doing so so well.

[@kr4t0sg.28]

Bless this man, he's an absolute legend.

[@laural.4844]

I'm so glad he is ok. I really like him. He's brave and strong to make it through all this and maintains his good humor. Bless him 🙂👍

[@dabear2438]

No doubt he was in a lot of pain and pretty scared after the accident, but he looks great. So glad he's recovering! ❤️

[@singjazzy6697]

Yes he was. Even a small burn is painful. If anyone thinks it was not that bad then they are foolish. I'm glad he did not have 3rd degree.

[@dabear2438]

@@singjazzy6697 Absolutely agree!

[@howser1961]

"When you look like me, you don't really worry about what you look like" !!! Pure gold. You, Mr Leno, are an inspiration - have a good recovery. - And Dave, it is true friendship when you take your friends burning face to your heart to save him, thinking only of his life - that is the stuff of legends.

[@jaredbaratta8589]

He handled all of the burning questions.

[@Firestorm637]

I am a retired trauma anesthesiologist physician. Jay is totally lucky. I have worked with burn patients and in burn operating rooms. Burns are about the worst thing that can happen to anyone. Head swells up like a pumpkin with ears, toes, and fingers melted away. Huge Eschar develop which can affect breathing if chest involved. You can lose all your skin which means body fluid balance is a huge issue. Multi organ failure is a real possibility. Lots of fluids/blood with weeks to months of rehab. Scar formation with limited mobility if involves arms/legs. Really be careful with flammable liquids. Jay looks great. Great doctors and nurses for sure.

[@dominicus9891]

I'm so relieved to see him in such good shape afterwards. ❤

[@Dbeckdesign68]

Jay is a treasure and so down to earth! He has never lost his sense of decency and caring about regular people. I love that he ordered pizzas for the nurses. What a lovely man!

[@Dbeckdesign68]

@@Username12665 Yes you’re right, it is a problem. There is definitely systemic racism and anyone who denies that is racist, basically. I’m white and it’s obvious to me. You see it all the time in how cops treat black people, and also in healthcare settings, retail, job sites, etc. and it’s unacceptable and yes it is my job to call out anything I see that is wrong. But having said that, I have many health care professionals as friends who definitely would treat a person of color with the same respect and care that Leno got. It should be the same for everyone and it’s terrible that it isn’t, but there are a lot of really good people in healthcare along with the bad. Don’t count the good ones out.

[@Swordsman-gr9qc]

your rant was too long, didn’t bother to read it

[@joe6096]

@@Username12665 If you want people to read what you post, don't put up such long posts. A couple of sentences. Drivel will get you nowhere but made fun of or worse.

[@tjcolera7727]

I hope Jay gets better! He was warned by a street preacher like a year or so ago about his love for cars and need for repentance. He needs to turn to Jesus before it is too late. 🙏

[@Justinhomii]

Adrenochrome reference?

[@Titan500J]

It isn't the Tonight Show that connects us gear heads to Jay, it is Jay Leno's Garage. To us it's like having a good friend who loves cars and motorcycles. Our prayers are with you Jay.

[@gazzertrn]

yeah well said

[@postersm7141]

As an EMT, holy crap that’s not good. I wouldn’t wish this on my worst enemy. That is very severe:( Even Howard Stern paid his respects and wished him well. like I said, you would not wish this on your worst enemy. I love the fact that Jay Leno took it in stride and even came up with a new material for his act! Way to go Jay!!!!

[@JuneBuggJr]

I didn't know this happened to Jay Leno, thank God his friend was there next to him and glad he is alive and himself

[@Ckom-Tunes]

I was set on fire in an industrial incinerator explosion and my life was saved by a coworker who did much the same as Dave did with Jay. The only thing is, being in hospital, I never had a chance to express my gratitude and love for the guy who ran toward a burning man to put him out.

[@PavlovSkriniskalov]

Did you have to have an IV? I don't like IV's they hurt

[@Ckom-Tunes]

@@PavlovSkriniskalov In my neck because the couldn’t access a vein. But, don’t be afraid of an IV. Most people don’t (rightly so) like having needles piercing (well, I guess some people really do like getting pierced) your flesh but it only really hurts for a second and it will totally save your life if you are sick. The best plan is not to get sick so stay well!✌️

[@sunshine3914]

But did you have an oxygen chamber?

[@Ckom-Tunes]

@@sunshine3914 Do you mean a hyperbaric chamber? No, they did have isolating plastic walls which the pumped oxygen into. Fortunately my doctors and nurses were so good I healed up 100%. Those people don’t get paid enough for what they have to do!

[@windycity70]

@@PavlovSkriniskalov ohmygoodness they're

[@TrevorHeathPhotography]

So glad Jay healed nicely - big love from New Zealand 🇳🇿 ♥

[@mkfmgaming3019]

There’s probably a small small handful of celebrities that are genuinely good at heart, and he’s one of the top three just an outstanding person.

[@lighty805]

I'm happy he sees how many people really care for him.

[@republikrat327]

JESUS was with Jay

[@X_X69]

This man even cracked a joke, his face looked better after the burn. You gotta love someone that can crack a joke about themselves.

[@tjmmcd1]

I'm sad that with everything he stated to let people be aware that this incident NEVER HAPPENED IN REAL LIFE, dumb people STILL can't pick-up on it.

[@aussiechris5904]

@@republikrat327 No, his name was Dave, Dave smothered the fire.

[@Sly88Frye]

Honestly it's really wholesome to hear Jay Leno in such a happy mood and able to make jokes about the whole situation after what he went through. Good for him! I mean it sucks that his face was on fire but good for him that he got out of it and was taken care of at the hospital and good for him that he is still in a cheerful mood and can still make jokes after such a traumatic experience.

[@amarissimus29]

To be fair, his original skin decided to grow back in its original position after only a few days. Didn't really give the grafts a chance to do their thing. As if it were only a pale imitation. A little selfish IMO.

[@rfair123]

Jay's the man. I spent a lot of time in a mobil hyperbaric chamber with my son when he was young as he couldn't be in there alone, it's no picnic, but extremely lucky to be able to do it. Not everyone can get that access to something like the one Jay did.

[@ReapThySorrow]

This is the most wholesome, friendship. I hope I have one this wholesome.

[@mikem4984]

Jay's spirit is contagious. So glad to see he's doing do well. You the man, Jay! God bless you.

[@SteelmanHarvey]

Jay is one of the good ones, so glad the stories were blown out of proportion and he’s recovered so well

[@canuck_gamer3359]

As a Canadian who swore of watching news years ago, I had no idea this had happened until just now. I'm so happy that one of my heroes in life is okay and seems to be his usual, wonderful self! Best wishes from Canada Jay and Merry Christmas!!

[@therichtershow]

He's so cheerful! And those doctors did an amazing job!

[@MAFion]

Jay has proved that laughter is the best medicine.

[@WarPhotographer1974]

It's amazing how well he recovered! He's a national treasure.

[@Nehmo]

Except that he's not as recovered as he seems. A lot of his current display is his professional acting to make us think he's fine. He's not really.

[@bigh1708]

that's called money

[@summerforever6736]

@@Nehmo exactly he has tons of make up on!!

[@SD-pi9co]

🤣🤣

[@kless001]

She looks like a burn victim :( 😢

[@rafaelcuya6937]

I just learned about the accident. I thank God he's ok. He's got so much more to give us the antique car lovers. Great spirit! you inspire us to overcome any hurdles in life. Keep the spirit we keep watching and learn from you. God bless you and your love ones!

[@smallpbigc9403]

His energy is amazing...so refreshing to see.

[@patriciatomlinson.7]

I love his attitude and how he was bringing others laughter in the midst of his pain. Amazing really! Bravo Mr. Leno

[@charlesamborn7]

I was burnt head to toe. Being on fire does not hurt. The healing part does, Jay and I both were given the same treatment rich or poor. I thank our medical innovators for this. I am lucky. Always have someone close. My dad alerted me to the fire at our home. I was taking time off to be his caretaker in his final days. I failed. Ask for more. love cars, my dad and Jay. good luck.

[@Violett_Ginn]

You did not fail. ❤

[@3.2Carrera]

Thanks for sharing Charles and god bless.

[@organicprinciples]

Goodness. So interesting that it doesn't hurt. Very scary though! Thank the Lord you survived 💕 God bless from Scotland UK

[@karuns9500]

You didn't fail. Stay strong!

[@ghomerhust]

i had severe burns on my hands when i was in the military, and i still have nerve issues from it. the healing was by far the worst part

[@alshirer1]

Courage with humility and humor. Great example for us all.

[@stanleykeith6969]

So Glad that Jay is doing Well, and I Hope to see him again on Jay's garage. Please take care of your self and be safe.

[@johncombs6543]

Jay is the one person that has never forgotten where he came from and what the average person deals with everyday. My father loved his old cars. I have learned a lot about them from my father. Even more from jay. Sorry you were hurt. Over joyed your doing ok. Health, wealth and happiness to you Jay.

[@iqbal55]

Glad to see him OK and more cheerful than ever! Love his attitude especially reminding everyone that many other people are less fortunate than him, but don't get the same kind of attention. Respect!

[@kochstevens3210]

whats there not to like about Jay? what an attitude he has "to just get on with it" fun & uplifting personality, the list goes on & on.. u gota just love & admire this guy.. always has been a class act..

[@GregSRX7]

Jay's an inspiration for us all.....What a great guy!!

[@Alecs_automotive_adventures]

As a gear head when I heard the news about Jay I was really worried that we were going to lose an icon of the car community. I'm relieved to see him doing so well now. I cannot believe how humble this man is even after suffering a horrible accident. Truly a treasure of the world.

[@ksm1985]

Praying you are able to get off the gear, with the right support you can do it. Drugs are terrible.

[@edwardmichaelgamboajr3661]

Translavania transformation lol. I’ll be back

[@piuthemagicman]

@@ksm1985 that's not the gear he meant 🤣

[@billallen4793]

@@piuthemagicman I'm so confused! Is the word gear a new drug reference 🤔?..from Wyoming USA 🇺🇸 🤠

[@lumberbrain]

@@billallen4793 Usually if someone's on "gear" it means they're taking steroids but I think it also applies to heroin.

[@stephenfurr8769]

“Saved all the original parts!!” :) Love this man! So awful what Jay had to go through, but such an amazing outlook on the situation.

[@robbiesdad1]

Thank God your ok, love to you and your family and thank God for your buddy

[@martinhambleton5076]

Good to have you back Jay! All the best from one of your fans in the UK.

[@joee8795]

Jay is very conscious of his life’s blessings, has humility and is likely one of THEE most down to earth “Celeb’s” IMO, glad he made a great recovery 🙏🏻✌🏻

[@Saintphoenix86]

That was the thing the really stood out to me, him saying he didnt want to be a whiney celeb when people are getting maimed at work every day, so much respect for him

[@rebeltvr6046]

Yes. Once on Jay Leno's Garage, he showed off a new revolving platform for his home car garage. Me and a lot of others were on him for being so rich that he has a revolving floor while the rest of us have to back out ourselves. He never brought it up again. He knows not to show off.

[@marycampbell1576]

This is news to me. I had no idea this happened to him. He’s joking and making light of it, but he’s been through such a horrific ordeal. He’s an amazing and humble person.

[@falsereality7615]

Except towards Conan

[@Hack_The_Planet_]

Humble is the last word I would use to describe Jay Leno LOL

[@shortstarwarsessays1842]

Yes he humbly stole the show back from Conan because he knew he was better, even if no one else thought so he humbled his way back on top.

[@gregwatson8219]

Jay is a blessed man.

[@giovannaparente917]

God bless Jay Leno. Glad he recovered. What a sense of humour he has!! Amazing.

[@cogs7777]

so glad you got 'repaired' so well! i freaked out, because it was such a strange accident to a beloved celebrity. we were all worried, and it was warranted. relieved you're healed!

[@rogerdavis7450]

Did not know of the accident until seeing this. Way to go Jay! 👏👏

[@damolin77]

Jay is a humble man of integrity who puts people before himself. Glad to see you back Jay and Merry Christmas!

[@paulk8444]

You could tell Jay was self-conscious when Dave was talking about the accident and the whole idea he clutched his best bud to his chest to put out the fire risking his own safety said it all that shows how a friend who truly loves you acts. And he even joked about his wife but thought of her first before himself as That is LOVE. Very Humble and humorous and amazing he didn't have any pain meds, as a disabled person i can't imagine

[@ngeltz]

So glad you're back Jay! Great interview. Wonderful human being.

[@Prussianrider]

Jay, you are a fantastic person, bringing joy & laughter to humanity at large. God Bless you always.

[@mikewerner3797]

My respect for the doctors nurses and all other people that did what the did.😳after seeing the pictures of his burns, I am blown away that he looks as good as he does. You can hardly see any scars or blemishes!

[@shortshorts920]

$ buys you the best doctors.