James Corden lands unexpected talkshow return

James Corden is back in business next year with a brand-new SiriusXM programme.

Seven months since his CBS talkshow The Late Late Show wrapped up, the star has signed up to host a weekly radio series titled ‘This Life of Mine with James Corden’.

According to a description via Variety, the format will feature “in-depth conversations with the world’s biggest stars, discussing the people, places, moments, and memories that made them who they are today. From favourite music and movies to books and advice, the show will seek to tell the untold stories of some of the most well-known public figures.”

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‘This Life of Mine’ is set to be promoted at next week’s ‘SiriusXM: Next Generation Industry & Press Preview’ event, with a new streaming app prepped for rollout too.

President and chief content officer Scott Greenstein shared in a statement ahead of the official announcement: “James Corden is an incredible talent who is always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

“With a career that spans acting on stage and screen, developing and launching hit series such as ‘Carpool Karaoke’, and of course his iconic eight-year run as a late night host, James has been a trailblazer in the entertainment business.

“We’re so honoured to welcome him to the SiriusXM family as he begins this next phase of his illustrious career and makes his mark in audio.”

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Meanwhile, Corden’s Gavin & Stacey co-star Joanna Page recently commented on a possible reunion, telling The Sun: “[A reunion] would be so lovely.

“When we all first started it was like an instant family. We’re all still constantly in touch with each other, my gosh we send each other so many messages.

“We struggle to even make time for our own families. But then I agree, we have got to find out what Smithy says to Nessa.”