Lane night television personalityJay Lenohas been in the hosting game for a long time.
In 2008, “The Tonight Show” drew over five million nightly viewers under Leno’s leadership.
Leno was initially up against fellow late-night legend David Letterman for the hosting job (viaPeople).
For almost the next two decades, the two leading men battled it out.
This simple question sparked a slew of responses that ultimately did not sway in Jay Leno’s favor.
Many people argued thatDavid Lettermanoutshined Leno immensely.
I know, I know, that’s not one of the choices.
But I don’t like either of them, so…"
