Summary
- Fans were critical of James Corden's behavior towards Sir Patrick Stewart at an awards ceremony, with Stewart receiving more support from the public.
- The altercation between the two celebrities sparked reactions online, with many viewers expressing their support for Stewart over Corden.
- Some viewers believed that Stewart called out Corden's indifference and received an insult in return, leading to the confrontational exchange.
Star Trek legend Sir Patrick Stewart once found himself at the center of an uncomfortable exchange with James Corden. While fans held both men culpable for their actions, they were not particularly enthused with how Stewart was specifically treated by the audience for his.
The now former host of CBS’ The Late Late Show James Corden has a history that's not all laughs and smiles. Various reports over the years have painted him as one of the rudest celebrities to interact with, particularly by those in the service industry and fellow celebrities.
High-profile figures like Ricky Gervais, Pierce Brosnan, and Britney Spears have all expressed their displeasure with Corden's behavior at various points in time. The comedian’s particular fallout with fellow Brit Stewart happened in the full glare of the public, as they exchanged words at an awards ceremony. The audience present expressed their displeasure, but history appears to have been kinder on the X-Men star.
Sir Patrick Stewart Took Aim At James Corden's Hosting Conduct
The unexpected altercation between James Corden and Sir Patrick Stewart unfolded on June 8, 2010, at the Glamour Awards in Berkeley Square, London. The awards event, hosted annually by Glamour magazine, celebrated "extraordinary and inspirational" women across various fields, including entertainment, business, and science.
At this point in his career, Corden was riding the wave of success as one half of the titular couple in the BBC sitcom Gavin & Stacey. On the evening, he had been chosen to host that year's Glamour Awards. It was still a full five years before he would take up the mantle of host on The Late Late Show.
When Sir Patrick took to the stage, it was to present the "Film Actress of the Year Award," which was eventually awarded to Zoë Saldana. However, before delving into the presentation, Stewart directed his attention towards Corden. His first comment, "I wanna speak to James here... It's James, isn't it?", set a confrontational tone.
Stewart then continued with an even more pointed remark, saying, "When the presenters are up here and when the recipients are receiving their awards, don't stand at the back of the stage with your hands in your pockets and looking around as though you wished you were anywhere but here."
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James Corden Had Comeback Jabs Of His Own Against Patrick Stewart
With Sir Patrick Stewart having drawn first blood, James Corden's original instinct was to go on the defensive, before then throwing back a jab of his own at his newly-minted nemesis. Caught off guard by Stewart's remarks, Corden initially tried to defuse the situation with a mix of apology and retort.
“Oh, you couldn't be more wrong, sir. You couldn't be more wrong. Genuinely. And if it looked like that, I'm so sorry. But when you come up to present an award, just f****** get on with it," he responded.
Despite having had an opportunity to de-escalate the confrontation, Corden chose not to take the high road, engaging further in the verbal spat. Stewart was not backing down, either, as he made another rough comment about Corden's physical appearance. “From where I was sitting, I can see your belly... And that was right over there, the back of the room. These people down here..."
At this point, Corden approached Sir Patrick in what appeared to be an attempt to intimidate him using his larger frame. Stewart’s momentary pause momentarily gave him an opening, and he seized the moment, saying, “Sorry, I’m waiting for the punchline. Go on… Seriously, go on!” He continued, “You can see my belly, and we can all see you dying right now… Let's go!” At the time, Sir Patrick Stewart was just about a month shy of his 70th birthday.
Fans Took Patrick Stewart's Side Despite The Reaction From The Audience
The altercation between James Corden and Sir Patrick Stewart at the Glamour Awards not only caught the attention of those present in the audience, but also sparked significant reactions online. In the moment, displeasure was palpable among the audience members, with one attendee even shouting: "Get on with it!" However, the aftermath of the incident has seen public opinion largely siding with Sir Patrick.
The YouTube comment section of a video capturing the exchange would become a hotbed for some very strong opinions. One viewer expressed unwavering support for Stewart, saying, “I’ll always be on team Patrick Stewart, especially if it’s against James Corden.” Another drew attention to Corden's behavior during the incident, likening it to a confrontational scenario often encountered in social settings. The user remarked, “The way he was invading Sir Patrick’s space like that reminds me of those alcohol soaked buffoons you see at a pub, acting all tough.”
One other perspective tried to explain why Stewart may have initiated the confrontation: “For those saying Stewart started it, here's the full story: before this point, Corden looked and acted very disinterested in everything related to this event. He was on his phone and wasn't paying attention to anything around him. He looked like he wanted to be anywhere else. Stewart called him out on it and Corden insulted him for it, so Stewart did a jab back.”
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Stewart and Corden would appear to have finally buried the hatchet, though, after the Star Trek actor appeared multiple times on his compatriot’s The Late Late Show, including in the talk show’s penultimate episode in April 2023.
