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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Amber Raiken

Jay Leno shares touching comments about becoming wife Mavis’ caretaker amid dementia diagnosis

Jay Leno has opened up about being his wife Mavis’ caretaker after she was diagnosed with dementia.

The 74-year-old comedian reflected on the ups and downs of his relationship with Mavis, whom he’s been married to since 1980, during an appearance on In Depth with Graham Bensinger, which aired on Wednesday. Jay confessed that before his wife was diagnosed with dementia, he never felt like he was “challenged” in his life.

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