James Corden, born August 22, 1978, in London, England, is a British actor, comedian, writer, and television host best known for hosting "The Late Late Show with James Corden" from 2015 to 2023. Corden gained early fame in the UK for co-writing and starring in the sitcom "Gavin & Stacey" (2007–2010), which earned him a BAFTA Award. In addition to his television career, Corden has appeared in films like "Into the Woods" (2014) and "Cats" (2019), and has won a Tony Award for his performance in the play "One Man, Two Guvnors" (2012).