Jay Leno, the beloved comedian known for his long tenure as the host of “The Tonight Show,” recently suffered injuries from a fall down a hill near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The incident occurred last Friday and left Leno with a broken wrist, a black eye, and significant bruising on the left side of his face.

At 74 years old, Leno has faced more than his fair share of unfortunate accidents in recent years. During an interview with Inside Edition, he explained that he opted for a shortcut rather than walking a mile and a half along the road to his destination. “Well, the hill doesn’t look that steep, let me take a… yow!” Leno recounted, emphasizing the unexpected nature of his tumble, which he described as a 60-foot drop filled with rocks.

After the fall, Leno displayed a determined spirit. Despite his injuries—visible in an eye patch he later lifted to reveal the bruising—Leno confidently stated, “It’ll be fine. I’m not worried about it.” True to his commitment to entertaining, he went on to perform at a scheduled comedy show just a few hours after his accident.

Adding to this unfortunate saga, Leno remarked, “The great thing about this age is you don’t learn from your mistakes. You just keep doing the same stupid thing.” This statement reflects his humorous yet resilient outlook on life, even in the face of physical adversity.

Leno’s past year has been marked by a series of injuries that have sparked concern among his fans. In 2022, he underwent surgery for severe burns sustained when a fire ignited while he worked on one of his prized vehicles in his Burbank garage. Medical experts suggested that the combination of gas and other chemicals contributed to those serious injuries.

Just months later, in 2023, Leno was involved in a motorcycle accident that resulted in multiple broken ribs, a broken kneecap, and a fractured collarbone. Humorously aware of the irony, he reflected on being “a 72-year-old man driving an 83-year-old motorcycle. What could go wrong?”

As Leno continues to recover from his recent fall, fans and followers can’t help but root for the resilient comedian whose penchant for humor shines even in challenging times. With his enduring talent to entertain, it seems likely he will bounce back once again, ready to share more of his legendary wit with audiences.