The Life and Times of Jay Leno

The Life and Times of Jay Leno
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President Barack Obama makes an appearance on the show on March 19, 2009, to help sell his economic stimulus plan to the American people. The show is watched by millions. Leno's Tonight Show has consistently outperformed all other late-night shows on television.

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