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Jay Leno is returning to the comedy stage Sunday night time, two weeks after sustaining important burn accidents in a gasoline fireplace.
The previous “Tonight Present” host will carry out in entrance of a sold-out crowd on the Comedy and Magic Membership in Hermosa Seaside, California, based on a spokesperson for the membership.
Leno, an avid automotive collector, had been working beneath a car on November 12, when he was burned.
The 72-year-old underwent two surgical procedures to deal with his accidents, his doctor, Dr. Peter Grossman, mentioned. Leno suffered burns to his face and palms.
His physician famous that Leno was strolling round and cracking jokes throughout his keep on the Grossman Burn Middle.
The hospital introduced in a November 21 information assertion that Leno had been launched.
“Jay will obtain follow-up care on the Grossman Outpatient Burn Clinic for burns to his face, chest and palms he obtained throughout a hearth at his dwelling storage,” the assertion mentioned.
Grossman mentioned he was happy with Leno’s restoration and “optimistic that he’ll make a full restoration.”
“Jay want to let everybody understand how grateful he’s for the care he obtained, and may be very appreciative of all the nicely needs,” the hospital added. “He’s trying ahead to spending Thanksgiving together with his household and associates and desires everybody a beautiful vacation.”
Leno is slated to carry out three extra reveals on the Comedy and Magic Membership in December.