Jay Leno On Comeback From Burns Accident, Says He’s “The New Face Of Comedy”

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Jay Leno has a new face and new schtick. Back out on the talk trail after recovering from burns sustained while he was working on his beloved cars, Leno has a new outlook. “Only for the second time in my career, am I the new face of comedy,” he said on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” Wednesday.

Leno suffered burns to his hands, face and chest in his accident. He underwent two procedures, including a surgical excision and grafting.

The 72-year-old Leno acknowledged that he was treated by Dr. Peter Grossman at the Grossman Burn Center. Watch his couch moment above.

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