Jay Leno has made the difficult decision to file for conservatorship to protect the interests of his wife, Mavis. The couple has been married since 1980, and Mavis has received a diagnosis of dementia in recent years. Leno is focused on making sure Mavis will have the care and protection she needs as her condition progresses, including the establishment of a Trust that will provide for her care in the event of Leno’s death.

According to Leno, Mavis isn’t contesting the conservatorship and didn’t want to attend the court hearing on the matter due to both her physical and mental health. He hasn’t addressed his wife’s health issues publicly in the past, but with the changes she’s been experiencing he felt the need to make a statement about the seriousness of the situation and the couple’s commitment to one another.

He emphasized how important it is to marry someone who has values that align with your own, and to take fidelity and dedication seriously throughout your time together. Leno had Mavis’ support during his burn injury recovery in 2022, and she was clearly worried about his well-being. While he recovered well, his focus has now turned to making sure his wife will have the security and protection she needs as her condition develops.

Because dementia impairs a person’s ability to remember things, think clearly, and make responsible decisions, Mavis could be at risk of harm if she doesn’t have someone to care for her. Right now, that’s Leno, but if he should die or become unable to care for her, he wants to be sure there won’t be lingering worries of what will happen to his wife.

The creation of a conservatorship will stop all those concerns, and give Mavis the level of care she’ll require for the rest of her life. It also gives Leno peace of mind, so he can feel confident that he’s still protecting and caring for the woman he’s loved for decades. Their long-lasting marriage is important to both of them, and Leno wants to take the right steps to ensure his ongoing devotion.

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