One singer called me a f*****g b*****d. Another reduced my staff to tears. But nothing compares to obnoxious James Corden… I’ve met scores of rude celebs – and now I’m naming names

From offensive expletives to emotional meltdowns behind the scenes, I’ve encountered my fair share of celebrity behavior that would shock anyone working in the entertainment industry. One singer verbally lashed out at me, casually calling me a “fg bd.” Another star’s tantrum was so intense it drove their entire entourage to tears. But when it comes to sheer, unapologetic rudeness—no one surpasses James Corden.

Mel B’s Blunt Verdict

Spice Girls legend Mel B didn’t hold back when asked to name the “biggest d***head celebrity” she’d met. Without pause, she included James Corden in her list, alongside Geri Halliwell and Jessie J — explaining:

“You should always be nice to the people you work with… we all work for the same thing. He hasn’t been very nice.”

She later doubled down, calling out his behavior again and reaffirming that describing him that way was fair game.

Balthazar Restaurant Scandal

In 2022, Keith McNally, owner of New York’s iconic Balthazar, banned Corden after staff reported being mistreated. He described Corden as “a tiny cretin of a man” and one of the most abusive customers in the restaurant’s 25-year history. Corden later issued a public apology and was briefly welcomed back — before McNally reinstated the ban after feeling the apology lacked sincerity.

Director, “Bully” Behind the Scenes

Former director Craig Duncan, who worked with Corden on A League of Their Own, called him the most “difficult and obnoxious presenter” he had ever worked with. He alleged that Corden repeatedly bullied the crew, even snapping at him with comments like, “You’re stupid,” before sarcastically congratulating him. Duncan’s account paints a picture of power being abused on set.

Public & Fan Backlash

Online communities reinforced the narrative. Reddit users repeatedly called out Corden for his behavior toward service staff and his tendency toward fake, overreactive segments:

“He is without a doubt one of the least pleasant people I’ve ever met… verbally abusive to staff and generally treat everyone around him like shit.”

Similar sentiments were echoed on other threads, calling him a “fake ass” and criticizing his on-screen facade.

Why Corden Stands Out Among Rude Celebs
• Celebrity rowdy behavior is common—feuds, antics, last-minute demands.
• Corden’s pattern is what distinguishes him: multiple incidents spanning restaurant staff mistreatment, on-set bullying, and repeated name dropping and self-promotion.
• High-profile voices agree—from Mel B to McNally to former crew—highlighting that his behavior isn’t just occasional: it’s systemic.

Final Thoughts

While so many in the entertainment industry show up with inflated egos or a sense of entitlement, James Corden’s behavior combines arrogance, cruelty, and a facade of affability. Mel B’s blunt labeling of him as one of the worst she’s met, McNally’s ban, and a director’s public rebuke all paint a unified portrait: this is not just a high-maintenance star — it’s a toxic reputation backed by numerous credible accounts.

As someone who’s encountered singers who shouted insults and stars who triggered emotional breakdowns for my team, nothing compares to the revolving door of allegations surrounding Corden—that’s why I’m calling him out by name.