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Jimmy Fallon Announces Death of Family Dog Gary After 13.5 Years

His Instagram tribute honored the onetime show puppy he later adopted.

Overview

  • Fallon disclosed the news on Oct. 20 in a post describing a quiet home and naming wife Nancy Juvonen and daughters Winnie and Franny.
  • He said Gary, a female English cream golden retriever, spent 13.5 years with the family.
  • Gary first appeared on his program in a sketch as 'Gary Frick Jr.,' after which he adopted her and kept the name at Juvonen's urging.
  • The dog became a familiar presence on Late Night and The Tonight Show, including 'Puppy Predictors,' 'Pup Quiz,' and pandemic at‑home segments.
  • Fans and celebrities offered condolences in the comments, including Andy Cohen, Paris Hilton, Taylor Lautner, Josh Groban, Kelly Ripa, Jenna Bush Hager, and Simu Liu.