Jay Leno revealed he suffered third-degree burns and may have skin grafts after a 115-year-old automotive burst into flames in his famous LA garage, where he was rescued by a quick-thinking friend.
The “Tonight Show” host told TMZ he was fixing a clogged fuel line Saturday on his 1907 White Steam Automobile when gasoline sprayed on his face and hands.
Almost concurrently, a spark then triggered an explosion, setting the 72-year-old automotive enthusiast on fire.
Leno told the outlet that his buddy, Dave, quickly smothered the flames, stopping much more severe injuries.
The comedian was rushed to the Grossman Burn Center and treated for third-degree burns, which can require skin grafts, he also revealed to TMZ.
On Monday, Leno told The Post: “I got some serious burns from a gasoline fire. I’m okay. Just need per week or two to get back on my feet.”
Sources had told TMZ that the explosion severely burned the left side of Leno’s face, but didn’t seriously injure his eye or ear.
Leno, who has reportedly canceled his engagements for 2 weeks, told the outlet that he expected to stay hospitalized for as much as 10 days.
Concern for the funnyman began Sunday night after he didn’t show as much as a scheduled appearance on the Financial Brand Forum 2022 in Las Vegas resulting from a “very serious medical emergency.”
In June, US News & World Report said Leno’s automotive collection included over 180 vehicles, including exotic cars, hypercars, and museum-grade artifacts.