INTO THE WOODS Star James Corden to Be Honored in Queen's New Year Honors List

By: Dec. 24, 2014
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INTO THE WOODS star, Tony winner and brand-new LATE LATE SHOW host James Corden can now add yet another accolade to his banner year. The actor will be made an OBE in the Queen's New Year honors list, according to reports.

Corden, who co-wrote and starred in the comedy GAVIN & STACEY, also appears in the Hulu series THE WRONG MANS (Season 2 just hit Hulu). Among his recent film credits are ONE CHANCE and BEGIN AGAIN.

The film adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's INTO THE WOODS, in which Corden plays 'The Baker' opposite Emily Blunt as 'The Baker's Wife', hits theaters tomorrow.

Corden made his Broadway debut in THE HISTORY BOYS in 2006 and went on to win a Tony and a Drama Desk Award for his performance in ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS, which transferred from the West End in 2012.

The actor is also known for his charity work with Comic Relief and Sport Relief.

The full New Year honors list will be unveiled on December 31.


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