BURBANK, Calif. — Jay Leno’s final "Tonight” monologue saluted his favorite comedy targets during his 17 years as host that ended Friday.
"Welcome to the exciting season finale of ‘The Tonight Show,’” Leno said as the audience gave him a standing ovation. "I want to thank all the people who (made) it possible: Michael Jackson, Monica Lewinsky and Bill Clinton.”
After noting that former Presidents Clinton and George W. Bush were taking part in a speaking engagement in Canada, Leno remarked wistfully: "I wish I had one more day.”
He’s moving to NBC’s prime-time schedule this fall. His new show represents a gamble, Leno said: "I’m betting NBC will be around in three months. That’s not a given.”
Leno leaves "Tonight” atop the late-night ratings, his run abbreviated by NBC’s decision five years ago to create a succession plan that gives "Tonight” to Conan O’Brien.
O’Brien, who takes over Monday, was Leno’s final guest, with James Taylor the last musical performer.
by the associated press
"Welcome to the exciting season finale of ‘The Tonight Show,’” Leno said as the audience gave him a standing ovation. "I want to thank all the people who (made) it possible: Michael Jackson, Monica Lewinsky and Bill Clinton.”
After noting that former Presidents Clinton and George W. Bush were taking part in a speaking engagement in Canada, Leno remarked wistfully: "I wish I had one more day.”
He’s moving to NBC’s prime-time schedule this fall. His new show represents a gamble, Leno said: "I’m betting NBC will be around in three months. That’s not a given.”
Leno leaves "Tonight” atop the late-night ratings, his run abbreviated by NBC’s decision five years ago to create a succession plan that gives "Tonight” to Conan O’Brien.
O’Brien, who takes over Monday, was Leno’s final guest, with James Taylor the last musical performer.
by the associated press
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