Dear Jay Leno,
There was a time when you made us laugh, a time when our laughter had nothing to do with your hair color or facial shape. But lately we've noticed that the funniness of your jokes has been declining. We suspect that this has more to do with the end of your run on "The Tonight Show" than with old age.
Leno, we know you were unwillingly forced out of hosting the show, and we know that somewhere deep down in that big, suite-and-tie-covered chest of yours it hurts. So it really came as no surprise that you'd look for a way to solve this terrible problem. We had no idea, however, that the late-night King had the power to make NBC drastically change its lineup. Now you're on at 10 p.m., before the news and late-night programming actually begins, and we're afraid, Jay. We're very afraid.
What is going to happen to all our favorite shows that air at that time of night? And, on your side of things, how are you going to compete with shows on other networks (or even with "Letterman," which isn't exactly difficult)? You have an uphill battle ahead of you, mister.
We know you are getting old, so maybe it's time to take a break from it all. Hit the golf course. Yell at some kids. You can't keep pushing your bed time later and later, and we certainly don't want you falling asleep when you are interviewing someone like Joaquin Phoenix.
We at the Daily think you might want to step aside and let Conan O'Brien and Jimmy Fallon take over the late-night airwaves for a bit. You've had your time, but unfortunately, the light emanating from your chin is starting to fade.
Sincerely,
The Daily Arts Department
