Despite his reported net worth of £70million, James Corden travelled home to London from Barry on public transport after filming the final episode of Gavin and Stacey on Sunday.
The actor and show creator, 46, was spotted arriving at Paddington Station with co-stars Alison Steadman, 78, and Matthew Horne, 46, before hopping on a rental bike to finish their journey.
James cut a casual figure in a green jacket and jeans with his essentials in a backpack as he hugged Matthew, who plays Gavin, goodbye on the platform.
The former Late Late Show host then helped Alison, who plays Pam Shipman on the show, with her luggage to a waiting taxi.
James later hopped on a rented Lime bike and put on headphones as he pedaled around the capital’s home.
Despite his reported net worth of £70million, James Corden travelled home to London from Barry on public transport after filming the final episode of Gavin and Stacey on Sunday (pictured with co-star Alison Steadman)
He was spotted arriving at Paddington station with co-stars Alison Steadman, 78, and Matthew Horne, 46, before hopping on a rental bike to finish the journey.
She hugged Matthew, who plays Gavin, and said goodbye on the platform.
James made his fortune after landing the role of presenter of the Late Late show in the US and was reportedly offered £40million to continue the series, but decided to return home to the UK with his family last year.
He also runs his own production company, Fulwell 73, with friend Ben Turner, which has produced titles including Hulu’s Kardashians, An Audience With Adele and the Ed Sheeran documentary for Disney+, The Sum Of It All.
Gavin and Stacey fans were sent into a frenzy when the cast were spotted filming a wedding scene for the highly-anticipated final episode last week.
Making a surprise return to set was actor Steffan Rhodri, who plays Nessa’s ex-fiancé Dave Coaches, casting doubt on whether Smithy and Nessa will tie the knot after five years of speculation.
He made his final appearance on Gavin and Stacey at the end of the third season when Nessa decided she couldn’t go through with her wedding.
His surprise return will no doubt spark concern among fans that Smithy turned down Nessa’s proposal.
Nessa, who was noticeably absent from the set, was also spotted without a ring on her ring finger this week, sparking further speculation that the couple will not be tying the knot.
In more Gavin and Stacey news, it’s been reported that the finale will see the return of Sheridan Smith as Smithy’s sister Rudi, and the actress was spotted filming a surprise cameo.
The actors chatted before saying goodbye.
Matthew hugged James.
James cut a casual figure in a green jacket and jeans, carrying his essentials in a backpack.
The former Late Late Show host helped Alison, who plays Pam Shipman on the show, with her luggage to a waiting taxi.
Their famous faces apparently went unnoticed by other travelers.
They made their way through the crowd after a long day of filming.
James then hopped on a Lime rental bike and put on his headphones as he cycled around the capital.
The star played a larger-than-life character in seasons one and two of the hit show and was spotted filming her scenes last week.
A source said The sun The actress stepped back into Rudy’s shoes and it was “as if no time had passed at all.”
The source added: “Sheridan was really excited to be back in the fold and her scenes are brilliant.”
It has also been revealed that the cast is working on a behind-the-scenes show to mark their final appearance.
Barry Island was packed with people last week as the original cast returned for the finale.
Alison looked effortlessly chic in a black ensemble and cream cardigan.
The actor was busy looking at his phone as they walked through the station.
Gentleman James always made sure Alison was safe in his car.
James made his fortune after becoming a presenter on the US show Late Late (pictured) and was reportedly offered £40million to continue the series, but decided to return home to the UK with his family last year.
An emotional James told his followers: “It’s overwhelming that it’s the last time we’re going to be here on the island. It’s wonderful. It’s the home of the show. It’s the centre of everything, really, and every moment you spend there you think, ‘God, I remember when we were here.'”
On the first day of filming, the cast shared a photo of a clapperboard with the caption: “Filming for the final episode of Gavin & Stacey started today. We’re actually kind of excited.”
It will be the first episode of the BBC comedy since the final Christmas special in 2019. That episode, which was watched by 12 million viewers, ended on a cliffhanger with Nessa on one knee as she proposed to Smithy.
The final episode of Gavin and Stacey will air on BBC One on Christmas Day. (L-R) James as Smithy, Mathew Horne as Gavin, Joanna Page as Stacey and Ruth as Nessa.
After the last Christmas special ended with a cliffhanger proposal, it looked like Smithy might finally get his happy ending with Nessa (Ruth Jones).
The show focuses on the ups and downs of Gavin and Stacey’s initially long-distance relationship, with him living with his parents in Billericay, Essex, and her on Barry Island.
The couple eventually tie the knot, while their respective best friends Smithy and Nessa have a son, Neil, who is now 15 and will also return for the final episode.
The final episode of Gavin and Stacey will air on BBC One on Christmas Day.
