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Jay Leno's Greatest Hits

At 17, most kids pack up and leave home. Last night, after 17 years as host of The Tonight Show, Jay Leno heads off into the sunset—well, to a 10 o'clock time slot. But still, for 17 years, Leno has been sitting behind the legendary Tonight Show desk and bringing late-night comedy to America. From an appearance by the president to his bromance with Mel Gibson, here are some of his best moments.

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