Fallon predecessor Crossword Clue

HomePublisherL.A. Times Daily7 February 2024
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Best Answer:
LENO

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Fallon predecessor" in today's crossword puzzle indicates that we are looking for a name that comes before the name "Fallon" in a certain context. The answer to this clue is "LENO".

The name "Fallon" in this clue refers to Jimmy Fallon, the well-known American television host and comedian who currently hosts "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon". Therefore, we need to find someone who preceded Jimmy Fallon as a host of "The Tonight Show".

1. Johnny Carson:
The first and most notable predecessor to Jimmy Fallon on "The Tonight Show" is Johnny Carson. Johnny Carson hosted "The Tonight Show" from 1962 to 1992 and built a legendary career in late-night television. His tenure made "The Tonight Show" a cultural institution.

2. Jay Leno:
Following Johnny Carson's retirement, Jay Leno took over as the host of "The Tonight Show" in 1992. He successfully maintained the show's popularity for over two decades before passing the torch to Jimmy Fallon in 2014.

Based on the clue and our knowledge of the late-night talk show history, the answer "LENO" fits perfectly. Jay Leno is the predecessor to Jimmy Fallon on "The Tonight Show" and is synonymous with the clue "Fallon predecessor".

Therefore, the correct answer for the clue "Fallon predecessor" is "LENO".



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Definition of "LENO"

an openwork fabric with the warp threads twisted in pairs before weaving.


 The Crossword clue "Fallon predecessor" published 27 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 
CrosswordDateAnswer
L.A. Times Daily7 February 2024LENO
Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate26 October 2023LENO
Crossword Champ Premium11 October 2022LENO
Penny dell sunday9 December 2018LENO
Newsday.com19 November 2017LENO
New York Times31 March 2016LENO
USA Today13 December 2014LENO


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