Smallscreen News
Jay Leno issues statement on NBC regarding cancellation rumors (Video)
By April MacIntyre Jan 8, 2010, 2:07 GMT
US television presenter and comedian Jay Leno (L) arrives with his wife Mavis Leno . EPA/JONATHAN BRADY
NBC late night host Jay Leno has issued a statement regarding his rumored departure from the network.
Earlier today, NBC responded to rumors that the network was considering cancelling The Jay Leno Show in light of dwindling ratings.
“Jay Leno is one of the most compelling entertainers in the world today,” NBC said in a statement. “As we have said all along, Jay’s show has performed exactly as we anticipated on the network. It has, however, presented some issues for our affiliates. Both Jay and the show are committed to working closely with them to find ways to improve performance.”
You’ve heard the rumors – and now Jay responds in this first clip from tonight’s episode.
"Hey Kev..." quips Leno in his monologue, "what does NBC stand for?"
"Dunno, what?"
"Never believe your contract," shot back Leno to big laughs from the studio audience.
Leno Talks Cancellation [0:53]
Jay Leno talks rumors of being cancelled:
COMMENT
blog comments powered by DisqusLatest Headlines in Smallscreen
- 1. HLN’S Evening Express programming for week of June 4
- 2. FX's 'Anger Management' latest preview, 'Confessional' (VIDEO)
- 3. Oprah’s Book Club 2.0 launches Monday, details (VIDEO)
- 4. TV Land's 'Happily Divorced' finale with Ralph Macchio (VIDEO)
- 5. 'Hell's Kitchen' back for season 10, Ramsay still hot under collar (VIDEO)
Older Talkback
