Jay Leno on Comedy, Cars and Caregiving

“You have to love the person you're taking care of. If it's a stranger, then it's a job, but if it's your partner, that's my whole life.” —Jay Leno

Jay Leno—one of America’s most enduring comedians—welcomed Maria into his legendary classic car garage for a brand-new Life Above the Noise conversation, and we’re excited to share an exclusive first look with you. 

Diving into all things comedy, cars and especially caregiving, Maria and Jay explore the wisdom he’s gained from his roles as a comedian, television host, collector, and most importantly—as a husband and caregiver for his wife Mavis, who is living with advanced dementia. Jay tells us why he feels Americans have more in common than we think, what comedy still gives him today, what he and his wife’s lives have been like since her diagnosis, and how he has taken on the role as her primary caregiver.

Stay tuned for the full episode releasing in The Sunday Paper on January 11th, plus a bonus walk and talk conversation where you’ll get an inside look into Jay’s massive car and motorcycle collection.