She and the former “Tonight Show” host have been married for 43 years.
Jay Lenohas filed for conservatorship for his wife Mavis, who he says has been diagnosed with dementia.
This is the first time Leno has spoken about his wife’s health diagnosis.
Jay Leno and his wife, Mavis Leno.Michael Tullberg/Getty
Michael Tullberg/Getty
TMZwas the first to report the news.
A representative for Leno did not immediately respond to EW’s request for comment.
It adds that the condition generally involves memory loss.
Marry the person you wish you could be, you know?
“Who is kind, and maybe, whatever faults you have, doesnt have those faults.
And thats worked out for me, so I married the perfect person.
It worked out good.
