The Lively and Entertaining World of James Corden
The entertainment world was struck with excitement when James Corden’s The Late, Late Show back in 2015. Corden’s trademark quirkiness and a diverse set of guests make for an entertaining show that consistently leaves viewers asking for more.
Since his rise to fame, James Corden is known for his lively, lighthearted and comical presence on television. His show brings a much needed boost of energy in this chaotic and unpredictable world. Without further ado, here’s a closer look at the wonderful world and entertainment of James Corden!
Early Life
James Corden was born in Hillingdon, London, England on August 22, 1978. In addition to acting, he also wrote scripts and starred in various TV shows. However, it wasn’t until he landed his role in Gavin and Stacey in 2007, that he started to gain notoriety in the U.K..
Breakthrough Into Stardom
On February 15, 2015, James Corden began hosting his own show, The Late, Late Show which has quickly become one of the most popular late night talk shows. Through his witty commentary and entertaining skits, Corden has attracted a wide range of viewers.
His show heavily capitalizes on popular internet trends, he frequently does parodies of classic pop songs and implements unique segment ideas. This combination has earned him multiple Emmy Awards and his show is still going strong today.
His Impact on Pop Culture
One of James Corden’s most iconic TV segment is the ‘Carpool Karaoke’. This simple idea has taken over the internet. Corden drives celebrities around his car while they all sing to classic songs, which always ends hysterical.
The Carpool Karaoke can also act as a platform for celebrities to raise awareness for certain causes. For example, in one Carpool Karaoke with Jennifer Lopez, they discussed her activism to combat domestic violence along with her support for Hispanics in the US.
Corden’s energetic and bright charisma paired with his bubbly personality has seen him guest host numerous popular US talk shows such as The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
Side Ventures
In 2020, James Corden began a partnership with HBO Max in which he launched his own production studio, Fulwell 73 Productions. This resulted in him also creating, co-producing and co-writing a Sesame Street film in 2021.
In the same year, he had joined the production team for legendary British musical Hamilton which was being released as a film. He acted as an executive producer and also lent his voice to the film as well.
Notable Appearances
James has also appeared numerous times in various US sitcoms as a guest star. His was a popular face in the hit show ‘The Big Bang Theory’ which he appeared in as a character Professor Proton.
In 2016, he was seen in the iconic movie version of the hit stage play ‘Into the Woods’. In 2018, he had a role in the movies ‘Peter Rabbit’ and ‘Paddington 2’.
James Corden has had an incredible career in the entertainment industry and as a TV personality. It’s hard to compare him to anyone else, as his unique style of entertainment paired with his sarcastic wit and upbeat nature has won viewers over.
His passion for entertainment and connecting people with laughter, his original ideas and segments has definitely not gone unnoticed. James Corden’s signature humor and approach to entertainment will remain timeless.
