After treating the staff harshly, Gavin and Stacey star James Corden is at the center of widespread backlash, following his ban from the iconic New York City restaurant Balthazar.
The Balthazar restaurant is a staple of New York City culture. Opened in 1997, the French brasserie has seen all manner of celebrities walk through its doors, including James Corden.
Corden became a Los Angeles resident in 2015, replacing Craig Ferguson as the host of the Late, Late Show.
Now, The Wrong Mans star is facing backlash for his actions at the Balthazar restaurant, after the owner alleged that Corden’s attitude towards the staff was unacceptable.
Ryanair and more “ban” James Corden following Balthazar incident
On October 17, Balthazar restaurant owner Keith McNally accused Corden of “extremely nasty” behavior during his visit. “James Corden is a hugely gifted comedian, but a tiny cretin of a man,” McNally remarked.
McNally clarified that “I don’t often 86 a customer. Today I 86’d Corden. It did not make me laugh.”
The restauranteur claimed Corden had shown shades of this behavior in his previous establishment. One example saw Corden “yelling like crazy” as a result of an honest mistake relating to his order. The encounter reportedly left McNally’s staff “shaken” at the end of their shift.
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James Corden has been banned from an NYC restaurant after owner Keith McNally accused him of being “extremely nasty” to his staff on multiple occasions:“[He was] the most abusive customer to my Balthazar servers since the restaurant opened 25 years ago.” pic.twitter.com/ZF8tIEH9cu
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) October 17, 2022
Corden’s reputation has taken on a divisive effect in recent times, and social media hasn’t hesitated to fire back at his dining etiquette.
Irish airline Ryanair were quick to join in an emerging trend of “bans” that are poking fun at the situation. “James Corden BANNED from Ryanair” declared the airline.
James Corden BANNED from Ryanair pic.twitter.com/JcmSgNA2fO
— Ryanair (@Ryanair) October 18, 2022
I don’t need James Corden banned from Balthazar, I need him banned from movie musicals.
— Phillip (@MajorPhilebrity) October 17, 2022
James Corden has been banned from Lowes Marrickville Metro after the store’s manager accused him of being “extremely nasty” to his staff on multiple occasions:“[He was] the most abusive customer to enter our store since it opened 25 years ago.” pic.twitter.com/ODoHYdsDFZ
— jack james (@cockroachemoji) October 18, 2022
Comedian Phillip Henry used the opportunity to jab Corden’s hugely maligned performances in Cats and The Prom. “I don’t need James Corden banned from Balthazar, I need him banned from movie musicals,” Henry joked.
Since McNally’s story went viral, it has been revealed that Corden’s ban has been lifted. McNally explained “James Corden just called me and apologized profusely. Having f****** up myself more than most people, I strongly believe in second chances.”
“Anyone magnanimous enough to apologize to a deadbeat layabout like me (and my staff) doesn’t deserve to be banned from anywhere. Especially Balthazar. So Come Back to the 5 & Dime, Jimmy Corden,” added McNally.