Several rumors have been circulating about who would replace Ellen DeGeneres if she ever decided to leave her talk show. One of the replacements is reportedly James Corden.
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After facing backlash from the public due to former and current staff facing discrimination and mistreatment at the workplace, Ellen DeGeneres reportedly wanted to leave her talk show. If she ever decides to, the network might replace her with “The Late, Late Show” host James Corden.
According to The Blast, NBC Entertainment Chairman Paul Telegdy has been targeting Corden prior to the issues at the “The Ellen Show” and says he’s a “huge fan” of the comedian.
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An insider said, “James Corden was being eyed for Ellen’s job in the long term before any of this came to light. This issue has fast-tracked everything and made everyone look at the future today. Now, this shocking new development places a spotlight on the next step.”
However, an internal email revealed that Ellen is not leaving the show and she is expected to return filming later this month. Currently, WarnerMedia and a third-party is conducting an investigation based on the racism and sexual harassment employees have endured while working on the show.