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Jay Leno to Receive Burbank Film Festival Honor
The Burbank International Film Festival will honor former 'Tonight Show' host Jay Leno with its Vanguard Award, recognizing his contributions to comedy and late-night entertainment.
At a glance
- Leno will be presented with the award during the festival's awards gala on August 8.
- The celebration will include a live conversation with Leno, moderated by THR's Scott Feinberg.
- Previous Vanguard Award winners include Quentin Tarantino, Tim Burton, and Paul Feig.