Jay Leno, 73, has no plans to settle down, reveals one condition that would make him retire
BURBANK, CALIFORNIA: Jay Leno who is still recovering from two major accidents shared that he has no plans to settle down and revealed the only condition that would make him retire. The 73-year-old said he would never stop working "unless I have a stroke," and added, "Then you slow down."
"That’s when you retire — when you have your stroke," said the comedian at a kickoff event on Saturday, May 20, which was held ahead of the premiere of 'Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge'. The former 'Tonight Show' host who is currently "recovering" from his car fire and motorcycle crash said that he would continue doing what he loves, according to Page Six.
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'I'm doing good': Jay Leno opens up about recovery after near-fatal car fire and motorcycle accident
Leno's major accidents
Leno who broke his collarbone, and two ribs, cracked both his kneecaps in a bike crash, and suffered third-degree burns in an explosion in his Los Angeles garage now appeared energetic during his talk with the outlet.
Following the explosion in November 2022, the car enthusiast underwent two grafting procedures and was hospitalized for 10 days after which he had several hyperbaric chamber sessions. A week after he was discharged from the facility, he made his comeback to the stage. For a sold-out crowd, the writer performed stand-up at the time. In January, Leno "got knocked off" his bike and was left with multiple injuries. The funnyman returned back to work within days.
'People love to see rich people catch on fire'
During his talk with the outlet, the automotive historian said he is not even doing physical therapy these days and he is recovering well. Leno credited his privilege for the way he is able to maintain a positive outlook. "I’m doing good! I’m doing good.… It’s fine! I’m fine. Look, when you’re in my position, when you’re any kind of celebrity, you’re luckier than most people," he said.
"So when something bad happens to you, you can’t whine and complain about it because bad things happen to people every day — either they get burned or they get cut — and they don’t have the financial wherewithal I did," he continued.
"So I just make jokes," and went on saying, "People love to see rich people catch on fire. Plus, it’s Hollywood. As long as you look OK, you’re OK. Nobody really cares how you feel," he told Page Six.
Leno who is known for his interest in cars and his in-depth knowledge about them is set to appear as a celebrity guest judge for NBC's 'Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge'.