It is time bid farewell to James Corden as he ends his journey with the “Late Late Show” after eight years!
Today we plan on reliving some of the most memorable moments and celebrate the laughter and warmth James Corden brought to millions of people worldwide!
James Corden’s Rise to Fame
From his early beginnings in the late 90s, James Corden has been making waves in the entertainment industry. He started out as a 17-year-old with a passion for acting, earning his first break on stage in the musical Martin Guerre. But it was his role in the Channel 4 comedy series Boyz Unlimited that really got him noticed.
Did You know? Corden’s big break came with the creation of the hit BBC show Gavin and Stacey, which turned him into a household name in the UK.
Despite its success, he wasn’t content to stay put and set his sights on America.In 2015, Corden made his debut as the host of the Late Late Show, taking over from Craig Ferguson. He kicked off his first episode with some major star power, featuring Tom Hanks and Mila Kunis as his first guests. With his infectious energy and wit, Corden quickly won over American audiences and cemented his status as a true entertainment superstar, and the rest, as they say, is history!
The Laughter and the Tears
From Carpool Karaoke to Drop the Mic, James Corden’s tenure on the “Late Late Show” has been filled with iconic moments that made millions laugh. Corden has hosted a variety of famous guests, including music icons like Adele,BTS and Stevie Wonder, Hollywood stars like Tom Hanks, and even royalty like Prince Harry. Prince Harry’s interview with James Corden on the “Late Late Show” is a memory engraved in the fan’s mind! Michelle Obama’s iconic Carpool Karaoke where James picks her up from the white house is one of his legendary episodes! But perhaps one of the wildest moments was when One Direction played Tattoo Roulette on the show, with Harry Styles getting inked with the words “Late Late” in real-time. Corden reflects on the experience, calling it “absolutely crazy” and “ridiculous.”
Did You Know? Adele’s Carpool Karaoke with James Corden in 2016 went viral when she rapped Nicki Minaj’s verse on “Monster.” The segment has since amassed over 260 million views.
A Farewell to Remember
On 27th April 2023, In a star-studded farewell episode, James Corden bid adieu to his US late-night talk show, with the help of A-list guests Harry Styles, Will Ferrell, and even President Joe Biden! who sent in a video message, jokingly admitting he was “surprised you lasted eight years in any job”.
In his final moments as host, James Corden urged viewers not to give in to those who seek to divide the country, calling for unity in a heartfelt plea.
“Moving here to America eight years ago, it was a huge leap for me and my family,” he said. “My son was three, our daughter was 12 weeks old and we now have another small person, and she’s American.
“We started this show with Obama, then Trump, then a global pandemic, and I’ve watched America change a lot over these past eight years. I’ve watched divisions grow and I’ve seen and I’ve felt a sense of negativity grow and at points boil over.
“And I guess all I really want to say tonight is, I implore you to remember what America signifies to the rest of the world.
“My entire life, it has always been a place of optimism and joy, and yes it has flaws – so many. But show me a country that doesn’t.”
He added: “Just because somebody disagrees with you it doesn’t make them bad or evil. We are all more the same than we are different, and there are so many people who are trying to stoke those differences, and we have to try as best we can to look for the light, look for the joy, because if you do it’s out there.
“And that’s all this show has ever been about. All we’ve ever wanted is just be a little bit of light and levity at the end of your day. Thank you for letting me do this, thank you for letting me into your home every night.”
James Corden showcased his trademark humor, with jokes ranging from a Michigan highway glue spill to heartfelt goodbyes. But not everyone was ready to say goodbye. Corden’s fellow late-night host, Stephen Colbert, couldn’t help but question his decision to leave. And even Corden himself seemed taken aback by the show’s success, admitting, “If you’ve looked at my yearbook photo and [said] like, ‘that guy is gonna have a late-night talk show,’ you’re like, ‘no, he’s not.'”
Conclusion: Yet despite the bittersweet farewell, Corden remains proud of what he and his team have accomplished. “I’m so proud of the show,” he said. “I’m so proud of what we’ve done and it absolutely feels like the right time to say, ‘I think we did everything we came to do.’”