Kevin Eubanks Sets Final 'Tonight Show' for May 28

After months of speculation Kevin Eubanks is officially leaving the 'Tonight Show,' according to the Hollywood Reporter.

The longtime bandleader made the announcement during last night's episode, telling host Jay Leno, "After 18 years, I just need a change of pace and see what else is going on. But it's a really difficult decision because this has become my second home."

Eubanks -- who has been with Jay Leno since 1992 -- will wrap up his late-night tenure on May 28, with a replacement yet to be determined. (See our picks for who should replace Kevin Eubanks here.)

For more on this story, visit PopEater.After months of speculation Kevin Eubanks is officially leaving the 'Tonight Show,' according to the Hollywood Reporter.

The longtime bandleader made the announcement during last night's episode, telling host Jay Leno, "After 18 years, I just need a change of pace and see what else is going on. But it's a really difficult decision because this has become my second home."


Eubanks -- who has been with Jay Leno since 1992 -- will wrap up his late-night tenure on May 28, with a replacement yet to be determined. (See our picks for who should replace Kevin Eubanks here.)

For more on this story, visit PopEater.