Jay Lenoand his wife, Mavis Leno, share a relationship that has spanned several decades.
The couple first met in the 1970s when Mavis attended one of Jay’s comedy shows.
They tied the knot in 1980 and have since maintained a strong bond.
Mavis has been an ardent advocate for women’s rights and promoting gender equality.
Now, Jay has to be a pillar of support for his wife.
Unfortunately, the couple is currently in the fight of their lives as Mavis battles dementia.
Now, Jay is stepping in to ensure his wife has the best care and life moving forward.
Her diagnosis was unveiled in court documents filed by Jay Leno in the Los Angeles County Supreme Court.
Jay is petitioning for conservatorship for his wife’s estate.
The paperwork, which was obtained byEntertainment Tonight, included a doctor’s report from November 2023.
Paparazzi photographed the pair during their first sighting since Mavis’s health issues were made public.
They were seen holding hands as they arrived at the show.
The following day, Jay was once again greeted by paparazzi as he drove through his California neighborhood.
“I just set up a will, in case something happens.”
