Comedy star Jimmy Fallon revealed in an emotional Instagram post on October 20, 2025, that his family’s golden retriever, Gary, passed away after more than 13 years together.  He described Gary as “our first baby” and said she played many roles in their home: companion, comedian, rebel, pillow, therapist. For Fallon and his wife Nancy Juvonen and daughters Winnie and Franny, Gary’s presence was deeply woven into daily life.

He shared a series of nostalgic photos of Gary—from puppyhood to family moments with the girls—and recalled her special quirks: jumping into the pool right after a bath, lying on her back in the grass with her tongue out, and leaning into nearly everyone for a good scratch. “The house is so quiet. The quiet is so loud,” he wrote, noting how much the home feels different without her.

Fallon also reflected on how Gary came into their lives. She first appeared on his show in a comedy sketch back in 2012 (playing a pundit named “Gary Frick Jr.”), and wound up becoming a permanent and much‑loved member of the family during a time when they were trying to have children. The outpouring of sympathy from fans and fellow celebrities followed quickly, affirming the broad bond people felt with this family‑dog connection.

In all, Fallon’s tribute underscores the deep emotional bridge between humans and their pets—how a dog can be not only a fixture of the home but a silent support, a joy‑bringer, a thread in the fabric of family history. Gary may be gone, but her memory continues in laughter, stories, and the quiet that now speaks so loudly. Goodnight, Gary.