TMZ: Jay Leno released from the hospital
According to the TMZ website, comedian and car collector Jay Leno has been sent home from the Grossman Burn Center in Los Angeles where he was taken after being burned in a gasoline fire in his Burbank garage.
Leno was repairing a fuel line on his 1907 White steam car when gasoline, which is used to heat the car’s burner, splashed on his face and arm and then was ignited by a spark. A friend helped extinguish the flames, and Leno was taken to the hospital.
“The ex-late night host posed for a photo taken and posted by the Grossman Burn Center, where JL has been receiving treatment for the past nine days. In it, he seems to be in good spirits alongside the facility staff, but there’s noticeable scarring on his face and hands,” TMZ said. “In a statement, the burn center says Jay will receive follow-up care at their outpatient facility, this after receiving burns throughout his upper [body], including on his chest.”
A statement released by Grossman said: “Jay would like to let everyone know how thankful he is for the care he received, and is very appreciative of all of the well wishes. He is looking forward to spending Thanksgiving with his family and friends and wishes everyone a wonderful holiday.”
Leno writes a column for Hagerty, and his colleagues here wish him a speedy recovery.
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glad yo hear your ok ,get back in there just be careful around certain things be safe
Hi Jay sure glad to see you back on the mend. I to am a old car fan we have only three. AC DC.
Dear Jay, We were so sorry to hear about your accident. We pray that you will have a quick recovery. We love seeing stories about the cars that you own. Some day, we would love to be able to take a tour. Hang it there, Jay! We send our love.
Who hasn’t had an injury working on cars? I hope you get better soon. Also, if you would like to have a look at your house from the water, I have a boat. In addition we could get a refreshment afterwards at the New York Yacht Club Harbour Court.
Hello Jay, Hope you have a speedy recovery! You have put a smile on my face for years from your show, please feel free to visit http://www.thebash.com/benagro to take your mind off of your injury. Take Care! Ben Agro Tribute Artist to Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra
Get well soon Jay! Wishing you a quick recovery. Hope to see you on the big screen soon emerging from a smokey burnout to share the story and inspire the gearhead community.
God Bless You Jay. Get Well Soon ✝️❤️
Best wishes for a speedy recovery Jay… we love you here in Indiana
So very glad this potential tragedy ended on a relatively happy note. Thankfully you received excellent treatment and will fully recover. You are a great example for anyone who suffers an injury.
Glad to see you’re still wrenching. Hoping for a speedy recovery. Your fans are pulling for you.
Glad you are on the road to recovery! Keep the fire in your heart for the classics!
Best wishes for a speedy recovery
Mr Leno, our prayers are with you and your family for a quick recovery. A big thanks for your love of all the works of art that you care for in your garage. People like you keep a part of history alive for us to enjoy. God be with you. John and Syndey Brunelle
I used to run into Jay in the old Autobooks in Burbank occasionally when I lived there in the ’90s. Always friendly, chatting about automotive things, just a regular and unassuming guy. Around the same time, he used to let one of his guys bring something interesting to a BBQ we’d put on in Van Nuys for the Indy 500. No special connection, just a bunch of like-minded car nuts. So, my sincere wishes for a speedy & full recovery for one of the best ambassadors this hobby has, and a fine person as well !
Well wishes Jay…..