Jay Leno Says Dementia-Stricken Wife Still Passionate About Hot-Button Issue She Championed Before Health Woes

Jay Leno says dementia-stricken wife still passionate about hot-button issue she championed before health woes

Jay Leno reveals how he finds purpose and joy in caring for wife Mavis, who is battling advanced dementia. The talk show host said she still retains her fiery spirit from their decades together.

Jay Leno says dementia-stricken wife still passionate about hot-button issue she championed before health woes – Democratic Accent

Jay Leno shared that his wife, Mavis, who is battling advanced dementia, has “still got the fire” that defined her long before her diagnosis.  The 75-year-old former late-night host has been married to the 79-year-old women’s rights activist and philanthropist since 1980, and the couple never had children. During a new interview with People magazine, Leno opened up about embracing his role as her sole caregiver. “My wife’s got some problems, so …