James Longman

James Longman, man, this guy’s got his fingerprints all over some of the wildest moments on British and American late-night TV. If you’ve ever caught Carpool Karaoke: When Corden Met McCartney Live From Liverpool (2018), you already know what I’m talking about. That special? Total fever dream for Beatles fans—Paul McCartney just popping up in pubs, surprising Liverpool locals, Corden barely keeping it together. Longman’s got this knack for pulling the strings behind the scenes, making these massive, pop culture moments feel spontaneous and real, not all stiff and overproduced like some shows. And yeah, The Late Late Show with James Corden (since 2015) wouldn’t be nearly as bonkers without Longman’s touch. He’s that guy with the dry British wit, always ready to jump in when Corden needs a jab or a backup bit. Not to mention, the Primetime Carpool Karaoke Special from 2017? Same deal—he’s in the trenches, helping orchestrate those bizarre celebrity singalongs that totally blew up online. Dude’s not just a producer, he’s basically part of the on-screen chaos sometimes, which is probably why fans get such a kick out of his cameo moments. So, whether he’s corralling celebs into minivans for a singalong or wrangling last-minute chaos backstage, Longman’s vibe is all in. He brings that blend of cheeky humor and “let’s just roll with it” energy that keeps things from ever feeling stale. If you’re into late-night mischief, you’ve definitely seen his work—even if you didn’t realize it.