Bill Maher Confronts Jay Leno Over Gambling Debt and Mob Ties Theories [WATCH]

Comedian Bill Maher recently addressed the gambling debt rumors surrounding Jay Leno, calling out the veteran late-night host directly on Maher’s Club Random podcast.

The 68-year-old Maher, known for his sharp commentary, confronted Leno, 74, about a popular conspiracy theory suggesting that Leno’s recent series of accidents may be linked to a gambling addiction and mafia connections.

Leno, who suffered a serious black eye in November after a fall in Pennsylvania, had his injuries scrutinized by some fans who speculated that they were not accidents but rather the result of a mob-related debt.

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Maher did not shy away from these rumors, bringing them up during the podcast.

“There’s a conspiracy theory, since you’ve had three accidents, that you actually have gambling debts and are being beaten up by the mob,” Maher said to Leno.

Leno quickly dismissed the theory, laughing off the suggestion. “I love the idea that the mob would drive to Greensburg, Pennsylvania, [and] wait outside the Hampton Inn on a sleety, rainy day to throw me down a hill,” Leno joked, referencing the location of his fall.

Maher continued to push the conspiracy theory, adding, “They’re saying ‘throw you down the hill’ was your cover story, but they just beat you up like the mob always does.”

Before the Pennsylvania incident, Leno had already faced a series of injuries.

Earlier, he suffered burns to his face after an accident while working on one of his vintage cars, and another incident left him with broken bones.

Despite his serious injuries, Leno’s net worth, reportedly upwards of $450 million, led some to question why he would be involved with loan sharks.

Leno, however, rejected the theory, humorously responding, “I like the idea that they wouldn’t just take one of my cars for the gambling debt.”

The accidents have not slowed Leno down. After the fall in Pennsylvania, which resulted in a broken wrist and other injuries, Leno performed a show just hours later.

He recounted the fall during an interview with Inside Edition, saying, “I broke my wrist, lost my nail on the finger. I’m all black and blue from 60 feet of hitting rocks.”

This incident came two years after Leno was severely burned when a 1907 vintage engine exploded in his face while he was working at his private garage.

While discussing the recent rumors, Maher also used the opportunity to express his frustration with the current political climate, especially regarding progressive attitudes toward conservative family members.

Maher, who has been outspoken about his views, unleashed a scathing rant about progressives cutting off family members during the holidays over political differences.

“F**k off, you f**ks,” Maher said, criticizing the intolerance for political disagreement. “This is what I fing hate about the left.”

Leno, who has faced criticism from Hollywood liberals for his public support of former President Donald Trump, also joined Maher in criticizing the current political climate. “It’s so funny you mention that because today, we live in this time when you’re not allowed to have friends from the other side or cross lines politically,” Leno said. “Ooh, the worst thing you could ever do — be friends with a Republican. Ahh! Call 911!” Maher joined in, mocking the current state of political polarization.

Despite Maher’s left-leaning background, he made it clear that he resented the left’s pressure to conform, saying, “And they’re not going to get me over to the Trump side, which they think they will sometimes, but just the idea that, you know, ‘Cut your family off for Thanksgiving if they voted for the wrong guy.’ F**k off, you f**ks.”

The exchange between Maher and Leno highlighted not only the absurdity of conspiracy theories but also the broader issue of political polarization in modern America.

Both comedians shared their frustrations with how politics is increasingly dividing friends and families, with Maher emphasizing that the intolerance for opposing views is something he cannot abide.

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