Jay Leno Was Asked If He’d Get a Girlfriend Amid Wife’s Dementia Battle | E! News

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0 January 14, 2026 21:17

Jay Leno detailed the surprising comments he’s received while caring for his wife, Mavis Leno, amid her battle with advanced dementia. During a candid conversation with Maria Shriver on ‘Life Above the Noise,’ the former ‘Tonight Show’ host revealed that some people questioned his commitment to his marriage during this difficult time. “My favorite thing was—this is the most Hollywood thing,” Jay recalled. “A guy said to me, ‘So, are you gonna get a girlfriend now?’” Jay responded firmly, “‘Well no, I have a girlfriend. I’m married. Married 45 years.’” Emphasizing his devotion, he added, “No, we’re kinda in this together here.” Jay reflected on the vows he made, saying, “You take a vow when you get married and people are stunned—they’re so shocked that you live up to it. Why?” The comedian, who married Mavis in 1980, filed for conservatorship over her assets in January 2024, which was officially granted that April. Despite the challenges, Jay expressed gratitude, calling this chapter the greatest test of his life: “This is where it gets a little tricky.” Full Story: https://www.eonline.com/news/1427349/jay-leno-on-dating-amid-wifes-dementia-battle

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