James Corden's muddled reputation and controversies are discussed, including his late-night host journey, film roles backlash, Harvey Weinstein jokes fallout, and response to fat-shaming comments.
James Corden broke late-night format conventions with unique approaches to hosting, appealing to a younger audience.
Carpool Karaoke became a monumental success for Corden, showcasing candid interactions and genuine connections with celebrity guests.
Corden faced controversies and backlash, addressing fat-shaming and receiving mixed responses to his public persona.
Deep dives
James Corden's Journey to Late Night Success
James Corden, from a religious family with a love for drama, worked his way up in the entertainment industry. Despite his success, suspicions of arrogance arose, amplified by a controversial interview with Lily Allen. His path led to hosting the Late Late Show in the US, following a unique selection process by CBS.
Shifting Late Night Talk Show Paradigms
The Late Late Show under James Corden's tenure broke traditional late-night format conventions. The show's novel approach included guests entering through the audience, joint interviews, and diverse conversations beyond promotional plugs. Corden's innovative style echoed Graham Norton's successful UK format, appealing to younger audiences.
Critically Acclaimed Segment: Carpool Karaoke
Carpool Karaoke became a monumental success for James Corden, transcending traditional late-night TV boundaries. The segment's popularity led to a standalone series collaboration with Apple TV, showcasing candid interactions, musical enthusiasm, and genuine connections with celebrity guests.
Challenges and Controversies faced by James Corden
Despite his late-night success, James Corden encountered controversies, including allegations of advocating for lower pay for writers and instances of poor behavior. His Reddit AMA session was heavily criticized, unveiling past incidents of alleged entitlement and mistreatment of others. Corden also faced backlash for film choices and negative public perception, culminating in mixed responses to his public persona and character.
Highlight: James Corden's Response to Fat-Shaming
In a notable response to comedian Bill Maher's fat-shaming remarks, James Corden delivered a poignant monologue on his show, emphasizing the harmful impact and prevalence of fat-shaming. His candid admission of personal struggles with weight resonated with audiences, shedding light on societal misconceptions and the challenges faced by overweight individuals.
Downfall: Reception of 'Cats' and Ongoing Criticism
Following a positive moment addressing fat-shaming, James Corden's reputation faced a setback with the release of the movie 'Cats.' The film received critical backlash, contributing to ongoing scrutiny of Corden's career choices and public persona. Mixed reactions and controversies continued to shape public perception of the late-night host.
Welcome to episode two of our James Corden series. A man who we’ve mentioned on our Thursday episodes so very many times, yet have never quite known how to place. So, how did his reputation become so… muddled? And is the criticism fair?
This episode was researched by Eilish Gilligan and Chloe Wilson, and audio produced by Annabelle Lee.
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