Explore James Corden’s journey from Gavin & Stacey star to family man and his impressive net worth and upcoming projects
London: So, James Corden is back in the spotlight, right? He’s reprising his role as Smithy in the Gavin & Stacey finale this Christmas. Can you believe it’s been nearly twenty years since he first played that character? Time flies!
Smithy has had some classic moments, like that hilarious Indian takeaway rant and crashing Nessa and Dave’s wedding. It’s no wonder this role helped launch Corden’s career, leading him to Hollywood and beyond.
Fans have really embraced him over the years. This Christmas, he’s saying goodbye to Smithy and all the loyal viewers who’ve followed the show. It’s a bittersweet moment for sure.
Now, let’s talk family. James grew up in Buckinghamshire, and his parents had pretty interesting jobs—his dad was a musician turned salesman, and his mom was a social worker. He’s got a sister who’s also in social work, which is kind of cool.
He started acting at just 18 in a musical. Then, he landed a role in Fat Friends, where he met Ruth Jones, his future writing partner for Gavin & Stacey. They really clicked, and the rest is history!
In 2004, he starred in The History Boys, which was a big deal. That’s where he met his wife, Julia Carey. They started dating in 2009 and tied the knot three years later. Now, they’ve got three kids—Max, Carey, and Charlotte. He often calls her ‘Jules’ in interviews, which is sweet.
After leaving The Late Late Show in the US, James decided to move back to the UK. Family was a huge factor in that choice. He wanted his kids to grow up close to their grandparents. He mentioned how important it is to have those moments with family, and I totally get that.
Now that they’re back in the UK, they seem to have a close-knit family life. Just recently, he took over BBC Radio 2’s Breakfast Show with Ruth Jones and shared a touching message from his dad. It really hit him emotionally, and you could see how much family means to him.
As for his net worth, it’s pretty impressive. He’s reportedly got around £50 million, thanks to his successful career in both the UK and the US. He made a good chunk of change from The Late Late Show and his own production company.
Looking ahead, James has some exciting roles lined up. He’s been in films like Into the Woods and voiced characters in Trolls and Peter Rabbit. He’s also got some new projects in the works, including a couple of animated films.
And of course, fans are eagerly waiting for the Gavin & Stacey finale on Christmas Day. It’s been five years since the last special, and everyone’s buzzing to see how it all wraps up. James has hinted that it’s definitely the last episode, so it’s going to be a big deal!
So, mark your calendars for 9 PM on Christmas Day to catch Gavin & Stacey: The Finale on BBC One. It’s going to be a memorable send-off for sure!