Jay Leno: the man behind the mask (part II)

Jay Leno: the man behind the mask (part II)

For those still shocked over the author’s conclusions as to the true identity of legendary American talk show host, Jay Leno, the following may not serve to offer any additional comfort.

Nepotism is the lifeblood of Hollywood and the entertainment industry at large, and most of the famous stars of stage, screen, and television are, in fact the sons and daughters of the elite, the rich and the socially prominent, and many possess genealogical ties to European nobility and even royalty.

The host actor behind the mask of celebrity comedian and late night television luminary Jay Leno proves to be no exception – a multi-talented actor capable of assuming and maintaining various and simultaneous roles while under the glaring scrutiny of both public and press.

Rest assured, only the most highly skilled and well-trained performers can maintain the grandest of deceptions.

Nevertheless, the larger question looms: should such grand deception be allowed to persist, or does it persist because of an apathetic public acutely stricken with blind celebrity worship?
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Jay Leno: the man behind the mask (part I)

Jay Leno: the man behind the mask (part I)

Before the turn of the millennium in the early 1990’s, celebrated comedian Jay Leno became the heir apparent to one of television’s most legendary talk show hosts in Johnny Carson and went on to experience a long reign upon the throne of what was perhaps the most prestigious position in all late night television.

While a majority of Americans enjoyed his everyman persona and sharp wit, the millions tuning in each night to witness the celebrated host deliver another witty  monologue then breezily banter with a myriad of celebrities would never have dreamed the man they thought they knew as Jay Leno may not have been who he claimed to be.

While even now, the following may seem shocking, the former host of America’s Tonight Show was yet another Hollywood created character, who while no doubt entertaining, and perhaps even genuinely comical, was in fact yet another Hollywood created impostor! Continue reading “Jay Leno: the man behind the mask (part I)”