The Jay Leno Special

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The Jay Leno Special

1986

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Beginning with the faux murder of David Letterman, this Jay Leno special ranges from a Christian Vs Evolution courtroom satire featuring Doug Llewelyn and Wheel of Fortune beauty Vanna White.

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6 members

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Jay Leno

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Lu Leonard

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Vanna White

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Doug Llewelyn

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Julius Erving

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David Letterman

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