Jay Leno Appears In High Spirits In New Photo Following Garage Fire

Jay Leno looked more optimistic less than two months after sustaining severe burns in a garage fire incident.

The TV show host was spotted in public Tuesday with his wife, Mavis, as the two enjoyed shopping at Los Angeles Pavilions. Photos of the two have been shared online, showing the 72-year-old icon appearing to be in good health.

Page Six shared one of the snaps showing Leno flashing a peace sign in front of photographers. He donned a blue denim collared jacket over a white t-shirt and complemented them with blue jeans and black boots.

It marked one of his public outings since he suffered second-degree burns following a gasoline fire in November. The incident started at his garage, where he stores his cars and motor vehicles.

He was rushed to the Grossman Burn Center, where he stayed for nine days and underwent treatment for his injuries. Previously, the facility said the injuries on his face were a little concerning and deeper as they showed signs of progressing to third-degree. According to the facility's director, Dr. Peter Grossman, approximately seven percent of his body, including his face, chest and hands, suffered relatively serious burns.

Leno underwent effective treatment, including high-pressure oxygen therapy. He also had a temporary biological skin substitute set over the burned area.

"Comedian Jay Leno was released from the Grossman Burn Center today," the hospital said in a press release, according to CNN. "Jay will receive follow-up care at the Grossman Outpatient Burn Clinic for burns to his face, chest and hands he received during a fire at his home garage."

Weeks after the incident, he sat for an exclusive interview with Hoda Kotb on the "TODAY" show and detailed how the frightening fire started while he and his friend, Dave Killackey, were working on his vintage cars.

His 1907 White Steam car's fuel line was clogged, so he tasked his friend to blow some air on it. After the fuel line made a noise, an explosion happened, causing gas to blow on their faces. Leno said things could have been worse, but fortunately, his friend helped him smother the fire upon seeing it engulf his body.