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He’s on track to become the UK’s best paid television personality after reportedly signing a £15million, two-year deal with US TV chiefs.
And James Corden mingled with Hollywood’s elite as he sat front-row at Gucci’s runway show in Los Angeles on Tuesday.
Joined by wife Julia Carey, the Londoner, 43, looked suave in an olive green three-piece suit at the event also attended by Gwyneth Paltrow and Dakota Johnson
His polished best: James Corden, 43, looked suave as he attended Gucci’s star-studded runway show in Los Angeles on Tuesday with his stunning wife Julia Carey
James teamed the tailored ensemble with a crisp white dress shirt, a navy blue tie and black leather boots.
The comedian embraced his stunning wife Julia on the red carpet, with the beauty opting for a chic black dress, black strappy heels and a forest green Gucci clutch.
She swept her blonde locks back off her face into an elegant style, and enhanced her striking facial features with a glamorous makeup palette.
Mixing with Hollywood’s elite: The Londoner donned an olive green three-piece suit at the event also attended by Gwyneth Paltrow and Dakota Johnson
In style: Julia stunned in a chic black dress and strappy heels, teamed with a forest green Gucci clutch. The couple are pictured with fashion guru Derek Blasberg
The sighting comes after a report last month suggested James could surpass Ant and Dec as the UK’s highest earning TV star, with his potential £7.5million annual income topping the duo’s £6.6million for their stints on ITV.
James’ deal with television network CBS expires next year, after six years of being the acclaimed host of The Late Late Show.
However, according to reports in The Sun, industry sources are keen to keep the A-lister on board as the face of the talk show.
Star-studded: James and Julia sat next to Sienna Miller and Normal People’s Paul Mescal (both right)
Glamorous: Sienna looked sensational in a glitzy jacket and black sheer Gucci tights. She added an extra touch of glam in the form of stylish dark sunglasses
An LA TV insider said: ‘CBS has no plan B, James is their guy and who they see staying with them.
‘He is one of the faces of the network, he fronts a massively successful show and drives lots of traffic to them online. The figures that are being discussed are around £15million for two years.’
MailOnline contacted representatives for James and CBS for comment at the time.
Cashing in: The sighting comes after a report last month suggested James could surpass Ant and Dec as the UK’s highest earning TV star, with his potential £7.5million annual income topping the duo’s £6.6million for their stints on ITV
Reports: James’ deal with television network CBS expires next year, after six years of being the acclaimed host of The Late Late Show. However, according to reports in The Sun , industry sources are keen to keep the A-lister on board as the face of the talk show
James’ successful spell on the renowned show has seen him bag three awards, including an Emmy for Outstanding Variety Special.
Yet it is not just this that makes him appealing to the television industry, as the star’s online segments such as Carpool Karaoke and Crosswalk Musical rake in further revenue.
Presenting Friends: The Reunion in May was also another milestone moment in his highly successful career.
Carpool Karaoke has become a global phenomenon, with James taking a whole range of famous faces for a sing-along car ride.
Acclaimed: James’ successful spell on the renowned show has seen him bag three awards, including an Emmy for Outstanding Variety Special
Adele, Sir Elton John, Ed Sheeran and Will Smith are just a few of the showbiz stars who were willing to go for a spin – and sing – with the multi-talented star.
James’ last deal with US chiefs amounted to a little over £5m annually, which was a rise from his debut appearance which earned him £3million a year back when he started in 2015.
Back in February it was reported James had more than doubled his wealth to a whopping £50m after moving to Hollywood.
Popular: Yet it is not just this that makes him appealing to the television industry, as the star’s online segments such as Carpool Karaoke and Crosswalk Musical rake in further revenue
Ratings hit: Carpool Karaoke has become a global phenomenon, with James taking a whole range of famous faces for a sing-along car ride
The comedian relocated from the UK to Los Angeles six years ago to anchor The Late Late Show, which he started fronting in March 2015.
Since the move, the Gavin & Stacey star has become one of the partners at film production company Fulwell 73 and seen his assets swell.
James was previously estimated as being worth around £22m, however in the latest accounts from his company the business’ assets are declared as £140m.
The star also has earnings from his film and TV roles, with him thought to earn $7m for The Late Late Show, as well as millions of dollars tied up in his properties.
Stateside: The comedian relocated from the UK to Los Angeles six years ago to anchor The Late Late Show, which he started fronting in March 2015
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