The primetime talk show opts to have a comic as the first guest to give a proper starter kick.
- August 15, 2009
AceShowbiz -
Jerry Seinfeld takes the honor of being the first guest on the premiere of "The Jay Leno Show". The comedian will be the main talker on the September 14 episode where Jay Leno makes his debut after stepping down from his show of 17 years, "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno".
During his appearance, Seinfeld will promote his concerts at Ceasars Palace on December 26 and 27. He is also there to support the "Seinfeld"-themed story arc on the upcoming season of Larry David's HBO comedy "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and his upcoming NBC venture, "The Marriage Ref".
Leno credits Seinfeld as one of his advisers when he was considering whether or not to accept NBC's offer to have his show at 10 P.M. on weeknights. After taking the job later on, Leno said that he wanted the show to have more of performance quality from the guests. Seinfeld is the perfect candidate for that because he often sits for late night talks and even performs a stand-up comedy.
The premiere of "Jay Leno Show" will also be made merrier with the appearance of Jay-Z. The rapper is going to bring his collaborators in single "Run This Town", Rihanna and Kanye West. This episode is expected to draw a high rating because it would be Rihanna's first televised performance after her infamous altercation with Chris Brown back in February this year.
