However, in 2014, Leno had to step down to make way for Jimmy Fallon.

And he’s really good.

So you go with the new guy.

Jay Leno smiling

Makes perfect sense to me" (viaNPR).

While it seemed unimaginable at the time, Leno spoke of his exit as inevitable.

I was lucky enough to get a show.

Jay Leno in a car

I like being a stand-up comedian" (viaPress and Guide).

“So I went around to Discovery, History, A&E, CNBC: ‘Anybody interested?’

I like CNBC because of the demographic involved.

It’s kind of a high-end thing.

“CNBCpicked it up immediately.

However, Leno doesn’t plan to go back to late night television or streaming of any kind.

This is a hobby and it’s fun.

It’s what I like to do,” he said (viaThe Hollywood Reporter).