CNN wants to land Leno

By Joe Tacopino

Jay Leno could soon be cracking jokes with Wolf Blitzer, as CNN is among the networks looking to hire him after his decades-long run as host of “The Tonight Show” ends in February.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, several networks are courting Leno, including CNN.

The struggling news network may be trying to corral Leno’s audience. He consistently beats David Letterman in the ratings.

A rep for Leno says the star will not field any offers until his “Tonight” reign officially ends.

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