In a heartfelt move to secure his wife's future, renowned comedian Jay Leno has filed documents seeking conservatorship over his wife Mavis Leno's affairs, citing her progressive decline in cognitive abilities due to dementia. The petition, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, aims to grant Leno the authority to establish a living trust and other estate plans to ensure that his 77-year-old wife is provided for in the event of his passing.

According to the court documents, Mavis Leno has been experiencing a gradual loss of capacity and orientation to time and space over the past few years. The filing also states that Jay Leno has been fully capable of supporting Mavis both physically and financially throughout their 43-year marriage. However, her current condition renders her incapable of executing the estate plan.

Medical reports from November, submitted as part of the court proceedings, confirm that Mavis Leno is being treated for dementia and a mood disorder, with impairments to her memory, concentration, and reasoning abilities noted.

The conservatorship is being sought to allow Jay Leno to manage his wife's estate plans, ensuring financial stability for her and her sole living heir, Mavis's brother. The couple, who do not have children, resides in the affluent Beverly Hills neighborhood.

While Jay Leno declined to comment on the matter, it is evident that their love and commitment remain strong, even in the face of these challenges. During his immensely popular tenure as the host of "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," he often spoke affectionately about Mavis.

In addition to being a devoted spouse, Mavis Leno has actively pursued her own endeavors, championing progressive causes such as fighting against a proposed California ballot proposition targeting affirmative action in the 1990s. She served as a board member of the Feminist Majority Foundation and passionately led its Campaign for Afghan Women and Girls, advocating for their rights and well-being. The foundation's campaign was even nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.

Jay and Mavis Leno exhibited their compassion for global women's rights by donating $100,000 as seed money for the Feminist Majority Foundation's initiatives following the Taliban's rise to power in Afghanistan.

This pair's journey began in 1976 when they met at Los Angeles' renowned Comedy Store. Despite initially holding reservations about marriage, Mavis found solace in Jay, describing their relationship as feeling like she had finally arrived at her destination.

Through this conservatorship, Jay Leno is extending his unwavering support to provide for Mavis's care and ensure that her assets are sufficient to meet her needs. It is a testament to their enduring love and a reminder of the challenges faced by those affected by dementia.