Q&A: How did Jimmy Fallon get the late show spot?

Question by Philip N: How did Jimmy Fallon get the late show spot?
Did he audition? What was the decision-making process? Who else was considered? It just seems strange, given his resume.

Best answer:

Answer by g_e_meiners
How could anyone but the NBC producers know the answer to this? All I know is I can’t wait to see Leno get the boot and watch Jimmy Fallon’s first episode.

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