James Corden to step down as host of The Late Late Show

James Corden says he's quitting his late-night TV show next year, saying it's "a good time to move on and see what's possible."
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James Corden says he's quitting his late-night TV show next year, saying it's "a good time to move on and see what's possible."

Key takeaway: James Corden becomes host of The Late Late Show in 2015

James Corden became the host of The Late Late Show in 2015. He will host the show for another year

He will stay on as the show's host for another year, and Corden said he wants to "make a big splash."

Corden announced his decision on Thursday during a taping of CBS' The Late Late Show, which he hosted in 2015.

"When I started this journey, it was always meant to be. It was supposed to be a journey, an adventure. I never saw it as my end goal, you know?" he said.

"And I never wanted the show to surpass its popularity in any way. I always wanted to enjoy making them."

Corden didn't specify what path his career might take next, saying the late-night show "changed my life...I'm very proud of what we've accomplished."

"It was beyond my wildest, wildest dreams," he said.

He will stay on the show for another year and promises it will "bring a lot of tears" "with a bang".

In a statement, CBS President and CEO George Cheeks praised Corden for producing a "hugely creative and comedic swing" that included Corden and pop stars like Adele and Paul McCartney along the way Carpool karaoke video performing a single.

Corden's contract was due to expire in August, but the London-born actor and writer extended his contract for another season.

"We wish he'd stayed longer, but we're proud he has CBS as his American home, and this partnership will extend for another season of The Late Show," Mr Cheeks said.

When Corden was named host of The Late Late Show, he was seen as an unlikely choice.

He starred in the British sitcom "Gavin & Stacy" and won a Tony Award for his performance in "One Man Two" on Broadway, but is not well known to American audiences.

Associated Press