When news reports came out a few weeks ago, that Jay Leno had been burned in a fire at his shop, everyone in the car world was worried. He’s an icon, a hell of a human being, and he’s beloved in this world so there wasn’t anyone that wasn’t concerned. Of course, burns hit close to home around here but everybody knows they are bad. There has been a lot of speculation about his condition, but in this video interview with the Today Show he tells the whole story, shares the photos, and more. It was no superficial burn, but thanks to the great advancements in burn treatments, a great staff at the hospital, and Jay’s never wavering attitude, he’s doing great. He didn’t let the burns slow him down any more than they had to, so SoCal hot rodders saw him already out and about just a couple weeks after the fire, but for the rest of us this might be the first look.
Watch and listen and remember to be careful in your shop.
Video Description:
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.
What a man. And his friend, using his own body to put out the fire. They say laughter is the best medicine. Jay is proving that.
Absolutely the best! BTW, you need more Fords Jay.
My Jay Leno at Mopar Spring/Fall Fling in Van Nyes when I was stationed in San Diego, very down to earth man, I’m glad that he is recovering well.