James Corden confirmed as new host of THE LATE LATE SHOW.

James Corden has been confirmed to take over Craig Ferguson as host of THE LATE LATE SHOW on CBS.

Nina Tassler, Chairman of CBS said in a statement: "James Corden is a rare entertainment force who combines irresistible charm, warmth and originality with a diverse range of creative instincts and performance talent.  He is the ultimate multi-hyphenate – a writer, creator and performer who is loved and respected in every medium he touches, including theater, comedy, music, film and television.  James is already a big star in the UK and he’s wowed American audiences on Broadway; we’re very excited to introduce his considerable and very unique talents to our network television audience on a daily basis."

James is the co-creator and writer of BAFTA winning series GAVIN & STACEY and BAFTA nominated series THE WRONG MANS, both for the BBC.  Additionally he hosts the BAFTA winning Sky 1 series A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN.  James enjoyed great success both in London and New York for his award winning portrayal of Francis Henshall in ONE MAN TWO GUVNORS.  He can currently be seen in BEGIN AGAIN alongside Keira Knightley and Mark Ruffalo for John Carney and will star opposite Meryl Streep, Johnny Depp and Emily Blunt in Rob Marshall's feature adaptation of the Broadway Musical INTO THE WOODS this December.

In a statement James said “I can’t describe how thrilled and honoured I am to be taking over from the brilliant Craig Ferguson.  To be asked to host such a prestigious show on America’s #1 network is hugely exciting.  I can’t wait to get started, and will do my very best to make a show America will enjoy.”

Corden will take over in 2015.