Childhood and Education Journey of Jimmy Fallon in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Jimmy Fallon. From birth to education, explore key events.

Jimmy Fallon is an American comedian, television host, actor, singer, writer, and producer. He gained prominence as a cast member on Saturday Night Live (1998-2004). He hosted Late Night with Jimmy Fallon (2009-2014) before taking over as host of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

September 19, 1974: Birth of James Thomas Fallon

On September 19, 1974, James Thomas Fallon was born. He is an American comedian, television host, actor, singer, writer, and producer.

1992: Graduates from Saugerties High School

In 1992, Jimmy Fallon graduated from Saugerties High School.

1995: Drops out of college to pursue comedy

In 1995, Fallon dropped out of The College of Saint Rose to move to Los Angeles and pursue comedy full-time.

August 2007: Engagement to Nancy Juvonen

In August 2007, Jimmy Fallon proposed to Nancy Juvonen with a bespoke engagement ring at her family home in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire. They were married four months later in December 2007.

December 2007: Marries Nancy Juvonen

In December 2007, Jimmy Fallon married producer Nancy Juvonen.

December 22, 2007: Marriage to Nancy Juvonen

On December 22, 2007, Jimmy Fallon married film producer Nancy Juvonen. They had met on the set of Saturday Night Live and later reconnected on the set of Fever Pitch.

May 2009: Receives Bachelor of Arts and Honorary Doctorate

In May 2009, Fallon received a Bachelor of Arts in communications and an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from The College of Saint Rose.

2011: Fondness for Latin Mass

In a 2011 interview with NPR, Jimmy Fallon mentioned his fondness for the Latin Mass, despite no longer being a regular churchgoer.

2013: Birth of first daughter

In 2013, Jimmy Fallon and Nancy Juvonen welcomed their first daughter via surrogate.

2014: Birth of second daughter

In 2014, Jimmy Fallon and Nancy Juvonen welcomed their second daughter via surrogate.

June 26, 2015: Ring avulsion injury

On June 26, 2015, Jimmy Fallon suffered a ring avulsion injury after tripping and catching his wedding ring on a countertop. He underwent microsurgery and spent 10 days in the ICU.

September 2015: Finger still had limited mobility

In September 2015, Jimmy Fallon discussed his ring avulsion injury. His finger still had limited mobility and would require another surgery, months after the initial injury on June 26, 2015.

September 20, 2015: Appearance at the Emmy Awards

On September 20, 2015, Jimmy Fallon attended the 67th Emmy Awards without a bandage on his injured finger for the first time since his accident on June 26, 2015.

November 4, 2017: Death of his mother, Gloria

On November 4, 2017, Jimmy Fallon's mother, Gloria, passed away at the age of 68. Fallon canceled tapings of The Tonight Show and paid tribute to her a week later.

November 2021: Purchase of NFT

In November 2021, Jimmy Fallon most likely purchased an NFT for approximately $216,000. This purchase later became a point of controversy when he promoted the NFT on his show in January 2022.

January 4, 2022: Tested positive for COVID-19

On January 4, 2022, Jimmy Fallon announced that he had tested positive for COVID-19 over the holiday season, crediting the vaccine for his mild symptoms.