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Jimmy Fallon Announces Death of Beloved Dog Gary After 13½ Years

The English cream golden retriever grew from a one-off sketch character into a familiar on‑air companion across Fallon's late-night shows.

Overview

  • Fallon confirmed Gary’s passing in an emotional Instagram tribute on Oct. 20, reflecting on how quiet the family home feels without her.
  • He called Gary the family’s “first baby” and shared favorite memories, including her post-bath pool jumps and bunny‑kick rolls in the grass.
  • Gary, a female English cream golden retriever, first appeared on Late Night as a comedic “pundit” named Gary Frick Jr., after which Fallon adopted her.
  • She became a recurring presence on Late Night and The Tonight Show in bits like Puppy Predictors and Pup Quiz, and featured often during the at‑home pandemic episodes.
  • Fallon’s post included a photo carousel spanning Gary’s life, and celebrities including Andy Cohen, Paris Hilton, and Taylor Lautner offered condolences in the comments.