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Jay Leno hospitalized for third-degree burns after garage fire

Jay Leno hospitalized for third-degree burns after garage fire



[Update: Leno is stable and says he's "OK."]

Comedian and car icon Jay Leno is reportedly in stable condition after being admitted to the hospital Sunday after suffering what TMZ describes as "serious" burns when his 1907 White Steam Car caught fire in the Los Angeles garage where his massive collection of vintage automobiles is stored.

Leno was servicing a fuel line in the car and was sprayed by fuel, which was ignited by an ill-timed spark. A quick-thinking friend snuffed out the fire and helped Leno seek medical attention. The left side of former “The Tonight Show” host's face was burned. His eye and ear were not severely damaged, but he is expected to need skin grafts.

The 1907 is one of two White Steam Cars in Leno's collection; both have been featured on "Jay Leno's Garage."