Jay Leno’s wife occasionally fails to recognize him due to dementia

Jay Leno’s wife, Mavis Leno, is battling advanced dementia, which sometimes causes her to not recognize her husband. Jay Leno, seeking to be appointed conservator of her estate, filed for this role in January. Mavis’ court-appointed counsel shared details of her condition, including disorientation and difficulty remembering key details, such as her date of birth or her deceased parents. Dr. Hart Cohen, her neurologist, has been monitoring her since a car accident in 2018 and notes that she sometimes doesn’t know Jay Leno but still trusts and relies on him. Mavis does not object to Jay’s conservatorship petition, showing her trust in him as her protector. The court is set to review the petition on April 9. Jay Leno is seeking conservatorship solely over Mavis’ estate to ensure her estate plan is carried out properly due to her cognitive impairment. Despite the struggles with her memory, Mavis maintains a charming personality and can still communicate. Dr. Cohen describes Jay Leno as a caring husband who treats Mavis “like gold.” Supporters of Jay Leno’s actions believe that the conservatorship is necessary for the protection of both Jay and Mavis. The filing highlights the importance of Jay Leno’s role in supporting and caring for his wife amid her battle with dementia.

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