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Guide Note

FOX News is reporting that Saturday Night Live comedian Jimmy Fallon is set to replace Conan O'Brien as host of the "Late Night" show. O'Brien in turn will take over host Jay Leno's spot on the "Tonight" show. The takeovers will occur in 2009. According to reports an official announcement will be made in May 2008 regarding Fallon's new job.

Fast Facts

1. Fallon will replace Conan O'Brien in 2009
2. O'Brien will replace Jay Leno in 2009
3. Leno is expected to retire
4. A formal announcement is expected in May 2008 when the NBC presents the Fall 2008 schedule

Jimmy Fallon Facts

1. Fallon is an actor and comedian
2. Has been a cast member of Saturday Night Live for eight years
3. Left SNL in 2004
4. Grew up in Brooklyn, New York
5. Was a member of the Los Angeles improvisation group, The Groundings
6. Has starred in the movies Fever Pitch and The Year of Getting to Know Us

Conan O'Brien Facts

1. O'Brien is a writer, host, and comedian
2. Started as a writer on Saturday Night Live
3. Hosted the Emmy Awards twice
4. Won one Emmy