In a world where celebrities are often considered distant characters, separated from the fighting of everyday people, Jay Leno managed to prove that he was not only an enthusiast of a car, but also a real supporter of those who put their lives on the line.
This time, however, he went beyond the surprise and support the real heroes on the front of the Los Angeles raging fires. What began as a modest food has changed to a moment of camaraderie and a heartily charming tribute to firefighters.
With an unexpected visit to Len, he reminded everyone that even the smallest gestures could have the greatest impact.
Jay Leno took a break from his charged program to treat “real heroes” for warm food.
January 12, a 74 -year -old former host Talk Show headed to Rose Bowl, armed with pliers to surprise firefighters as they continued their efforts to control raging fires after Los Angeles.
Leno shared an experience on his Instagram account “Jay Leno’s Garage” with a headline that reads: “humiliating when we see all the heroes of real life today in Rose Bowl, like to give them warm food.” He added: “Our city will be rebuilt by all our efforts, so let’s start by helping our first respondents.”
Leno also posed for photographs with many firefighters, including some of the Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue (TMFR) from Washe County, Nevada. TMFR, located in Rose Bowl, called this experience “uplifting moment” in a post on X.
The Association of Firefighters Reedley (RFA) from Reedley, California, also expressed gratitude for visiting Leno. In Facebook on January 12, they shared a photo of their team with Leno and said, “During the base camp our boys had a great photographic opportunity with the only garage Jay Leno.” The RFA team was assigned from Hurst to Eaton Fire and burning near Pasadena/Altadena.
In addition to providing warm meals, Leno also brought its antique fire truck from 1941.
In a December interview with Octane Magazine Leno shared how he came to own an antique fire truck. Leno, known for his impressive collection of classic cars, explained that this fire truck was one of his most unique and important vehicles.
The truck was removed and left at Burbank airport about 30 years ago to act as a wind break, Leno explained. After September 11, however, anything close to the runway was considered a security risk. One day Leno saw the truck interferes with the towing car and headed for a collision. He immediately hit and offered to pay twice the scrap value and eventually bought it for a few hundred dollars. It is remarkable that the truck wore only 11,000 miles.
Leno shared that the truck was driven by a 754ci gasoline engine (12.3 liters) V12, which was the most powerful engine produced in America at the time. Originally owned Warner Brothers for use on their studio land, later was handed over to the city of Burbank before it was dedicated to the airport.
Now the truck is located in Lenov’s garage. “It’s the most practical vehicle I own!” Octane said in December. He joked that if he came across a motorcyclist who was stuck on the side of the road, he would put a bike on a fire truck and give them their way home. He also playfully referred to it as the perfect “party bus”, thanks to its spacious benches.
In the heart and generous gesture, Jay Leno took the time of his charged program to support brave firefighters fighting fires in Los Angeles. Leno served them with warm food and sharing moments of camaraderie and reminded us of all the importance of honor and help the first respondents in such difficult times. His visit, complemented by his iconic fire truck from the American Lafnce from 1941, added a personal and unforgettable touch for the fire brigade. Leno’s passion for classic cars and his real respect for those who serve their communities still shine, leaving a lasting impact on all who had a chance to meet him.