Need a good laugh?  Find yourself a copy of Jay Leno’s “Leading With My Chin” and sit back for a hilarious ride!

I’ve always admired Jay and his work; however, I admire him even more after reading this book.  “Leading With My Chin” was written in the 90’s and I’ve had the book since about the time it came out.  I’m just ashamed to say I never read it.  Until now.

Jay takes the reader from his humble beginnings in stand-up comedy (and the adventures he had along the way), to his rise to fame as host of The Tonight Show.  We also are exposed to the fascinating characters he met along the way (most notably Freddie Prinze and Andy Kaufman). 

A bonus for me is all the Massachusetts references, my favorite being the minor connection Jay had with legendary Boston Pops conductor Arthur Fielder.  Who would’ve known Fielder had such a love for fires?  I wonder if he was a closet pyro?  But Jay’s take on how he knew Fielder is hysterical!

“Leading With My Chin” is a long book but it’s a quick, laugh-till-you-cry read which will leave you wishing for more at the end.