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.”
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Hi Jay! Have a speedy recovery! I am a retired mechanic and know how dangerous the job can be! Thanks for having me on your show in 1996 Danny Aka Asian Kevin Eubanks! Say hi to Kev
Many car-crazy Canadians are rooting for your speedy recovery Jay. We hope your Thanksgiving and Christmas is a time to reflect on what’s most important in life: Family & Friends.
Take care and get well soon!
Arne
B.C. Canada
Jay
You are in our prayers. God’s Speed!
God bless you, Jay. Sending good vibes and prayers your way. Looking forward to seeing you back at the garage soon.
Wishing you a speedy recovery! Hopefully you can back soon. Love Jay Leno’s Garage.
Jay, On behalf of the 90+ members of Crystal Lake Cars and Caffeine and the 40,000 citizens of Crystal Lake we wish you a speedy, safe recovery, and you’re back at your passion as soon as you’re willing. Listen to your Docs! We all have much to be very thankful for. Peace, Love, and Good Health. Haig Haleblian Co-Founder Crystal Lake Cars and Coffee. Mayor, Crystal Lake Illinois
So sorry you had to go through the pain and suffering while working on the hobby you love so much. Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery. Happy Holidays.
Best wishes. I am a physical therapist with 50 yrs experience and a hot rod guy. Know your situation is painful but you are a tough guy. Hang in there
Jay, continuing to pray for your recovery. In my experience, burns are one of the most painful types of injuries to have. Thanks for being a car guy we can all look up to.
Jay – wishing you a continued speedy recovery. This is a Thanksgiving to be truly thankful for as we are all very thankful that you are are still with us.
Happy Thanksgiving, Jay, and best wishes for a speedy recovery.
I saw you when you visited Calgary back in the 80’s, watched your late night show regularly…and you’re one the very few “comedians” I follow and I’m glad it’s about motor vehicles rather than the sad state of comedy…Glad you’re healing! You chose a very cool car to spark up with!
It is such a relief to see you doing so well after the accident, Jay.
We are looking forward to many more years of your enlightening humor.
Blessings and best wishes to you and Mavis,
Ben and Kathy
All the best for Jay with a prompt recovery from your Mexican fans
Okay Jay I can see from the picture with your two nurses you are feeling better . Great to see that big smile of yours again