Jay Leno is the host of the Emmy Award-winning and top-rated "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" on NBC-Universal.

Beginning his 15th season in May 2006, Leno has created his own unique late-night style with a combination of humor, talk and entertainment. Considered by many to be a "variety" show, "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" features a nightly monologue, celebrity and news-maker guests, as well as ongoing comedy segments. The result is a unique and humorous look at today’s pop culture.

Many of the world's most popular celebrities, musical guests and newsworthy names make "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" a priority stop on their publicity rounds. In addition, the program has proven to be a barometer of political clout. In 2000, the Los Angeles Times noted that "the road to the White House apparently leads through Burbank," as presidential candidates appeared on the show to demonstrate their good-humored side during the presidential elections.

In addition to star-power, the "Tonight Show" production team searches for the most interesting "civilian" guests such as kid inventors and individuals with quirky talents and funny stories.

"The Tonight Show" has received numerous Emmy Awards and continues to be television's late night leader.

Special Programing Note
From the 26 March “The Tonight Show” will air at 00:00 CET weekdays (weekends at 21:00 CET) as a 30 minute program. These changes have been made to accommodate our new evening news output, which are a direct result of viewer feedback.  CNBC Europe apologises for any inconvenience caused.