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James Corden — Award-winning actor, writer and former late-night television host
Keynote speaker

James CordenAward-winning actor, writer and former late-night television host

Based in
UK
Fee tier
Marquee£25k – £50k indicative · subject to negotiation
Languages
English
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About James Corden

James Corden OBE is a world-renowned performer and presenter who first gained international acclaim in Alan Bennett's The History Boys at the National Theatre. Following early television success in four series of Fat Friends, for which he received a Royal Television Society award, he co-created and starred in the multi-award-winning sitcom Gavin and Stacey. His portrayal of Smithy in the series earned him the BAFTA for Best Comedy Performance. A versatile talent, he has also received acclaim for film roles in productions such as Into the Woods, The Lady in the Van, and Mike Leigh's All Or Nothing. His career reached new heights on the American stage and screen, winning a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for One Man, Two Guvnors. Between 2015 and 2023, he hosted The Late Late Show on CBS, where he created the globally viral Carpool Karaoke series. During his tenure, he secured twelve Primetime Emmy Awards and was recognised as the BAFTA Britannia British Artist of the Year. Beyond late-night television, he has hosted the Grammy Awards and the Tony Awards multiple times, cementing his status as a premier live event lead. Now an established figure in global entertainment, James is highly regarded for his ability to connect with audiences through wit and professional storytelling. He is booked for his immense versatility as a presenter and his wealth of experience at the absolute pinnacle of the broadcasting industry. On stage, James Corden is best known for talks on Television, Comedy, Acting, Hosting and Film. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Comedy, Entertainment and Film & Theatre, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. James Corden is regularly booked for Presenter & Awards Host and Performers and Entertainer, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, James Corden travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how James Corden would approach your audience.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I book James Corden?
Send a booking enquiry using the form on this page. We'll confirm James's availability and reply with fees and next steps.
How much does James Corden cost to book?
James Corden sits in our Marquee fee tier (£25k – £50k indicative). Fees are tier ranges and are subject to negotiation depending on event date, location, format and audience size — we help negotiate the final fee as part of the booking. Send an enquiry and we'll come back with a firm quote.
What topics does James Corden speak on?
James speaks on Television, Comedy, Acting, Hosting, Film.
What languages does James Corden present in?
James presents in English.
Where is James Corden based?
James is based in UK and travels internationally for speaking engagements.