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James Thomas Fallon, commonly known as Jimmy Fallon, is an American comedian, television host, actor, singer, and writer. He is best known for hosting the NBC late-night talk show "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," which premiered in 2014. Fallon had previously worked as a cast member and writer on "Saturday Night Live" and had hosted several other shows, including "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon," which ran from 2009 to 2014. He has also appeared as an actor in several films and television shows and has released several comedy albums.

Jimmy Fallon began his career as a stand-up comedian in the 1990s, performing at clubs and colleges throughout the United States. In 1998, he was hired as a cast member and writer on the sketch comedy show "Saturday Night Live." He quickly became known for his impressions and comedic performances and remained on the front for six seasons.

After leaving "Saturday Night Live," Fallon hosted the short-lived sketch comedy show "The Carter Administration" before being selected to host his late-night talk show, "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon," on NBC. The show premiered in 2009 and was a critical and commercial success. It featured comedy sketches, celebrity interviews, and musical performances and helped to establish Fallon as a significant figure in the late-night television landscape.

In 2014 he replaced Jay Leno on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" still on NBC. He's also featured on some movies and shows like "Fever Pitch," "Whiskey Tango Foxtrot," and "Saturday Night Live."

In addition, Fallon has released several comedy albums, hosted the Emmy Awards and the Golden Globe Awards, and has been a frequent guest on various talk shows. He's also been a part of philanthropy, and charity works such as Stand Up for Heroes, a benefit for the Bob Woodruff Foundation, and the 9/11 Tribute Center.