James Corden. The man, the big cheese. The VERY big cheese. Being a massive fan of James since Gavin and Stacey hit mainstream comedy, and watching him recently in the hit new - now west end - play One Man Two Governors! its going to be hard to review this book without being bias to the fact that he's an inspiration to me. But Alas, I shall try...
I'll start with saying what you're all thinking... How can a bloke write a autobiography at 33 years of age? It surely can't be an amazing, enticing story, portraying one mans life, when its only just begun?
Well it does just that. And I'll tell you for why: James Corden has had enough adventures, heart breaks, big breaks and dead ends to cater for two lives, at least.
The book starts by giving us an insight into the life of a chubby kid born in Hillingdon, London and raised in Hazlemere, Buckinghamshire. Without giving away too much about the book, Corden discovered from a very young age that he wanted to be the center of attention - Hence the name of the book!
The book goes on to say how the salvation army boy was a rebellious, school-hater who skipped compulsory education to stay home eating cereal and watching day time television. He caused disruption to his classmates and nearly caused his family to break up.
James certainly didn't have the most conventional up bringing. But his passion for acting, comedy and most certainly at this time, SINGING... is what led him through the dark, cringy but hilarious state of childhood.
The story continues to give us amazingly funny anecdotes - including a strip club with Steve Coogan And Rob Brydon! - And heartbreaking stories of loves he's lost and career twisting mistakes.
So to conclude...
James Corden "Smithy" Timms" "Craig Owens" "Fletch" writes a sad, yet hilarious, truthful story of his brilliant life. One of my favorite autobiographies.
Written by James Pullan
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