James Corden travels home with co-stars on public transport before jumping on a rental bike despite being worth '£70M' - after filming Gavin and Stacey's final episode in Wales
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Despite his reported net worth of £70M James Corden travelled home to London from Barry on public transport after filming Gavin and Stacey's final episode on Sunday.
The actor and show creator, 46, was spotted arriving at Paddington Station with co-stars Alison Steadman, 78, and Mathew Horne, 46, before jumping on a rental bike to finish his journey.
James cut a casual figure in a green jacket and jeans with his essentials in a backpack as he hugged Mathew, who plays Gavin, goodbye on the platform.
The former Late Late Show host then helped Alison, who plays Pam Shipman in the series, with her luggage to a waiting taxi.
James later hopped on a Lime rental bike and put in his earphones as he cycled through the capital home.
Despite his reported net worth of £70M James Corden travelled home to London from Barry on public transport after filming Gavin and Stacey's final episode on Sunday (pictured with co-star Alison Steadman)
He was spotted arriving at Paddington Station with co-stars Alison Steadman, 78, and Mathew Horne, 46, before jumping on a rental bike to finish the journey
He hugged Mathew, who plays Gavin, goodbye on the platform
James' made his fortune after landing the role as host of the Late Late show in the US and reportedly offered £40M to continue with the series, but he decided to return home to the UK with his family last year.
He also runs his own production company Fulwell 73 with pal Ben Turner, which has produced the likes of Hulu's Kardashians, An Audience With Adele and Ed Sheeran's Disney + documentary The Sum Of It All.
Gavin And Stacey fans were sent into a frenzy when the cast were seen filming a wedding scene for the much-anticipated final episode last week.
Making a surprise return to the 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 last appearance in Gavin and Stacey at the end of the third series when Nessa decided that she couldn't go through with their wedding.
His surprise return will no doubt spark worry from fans that Smithy declined Nessa's proposal.
Nessa, who was noticeably absent from the set was also seen without a ring on her wedding finger this week - sparking more speculation the pair don't tie 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, with the actress spotted filming a surprise cameo.
The actors chatted before saying their goodbyes
Mathew threw his arms around James
James cut a casual figure in a green jacket and jeans with his essentials in a backpack
The former Late Late Show host helped Alison, who plays Pam Shipman in the series, with her luggage to a waiting taxi
Their famous faces seemingly went unnoticed by other commuters
They struggled through the crowd after a long day of filming
James then hopped on a Lime rental bike and put in his earphones as he cycled through the capital home
The star played a larger-than-life character in series one and two of the hit show and was spotted filming their scenes last week.
A source told The Sun the actress stepped right back into Rudy's shoes and it was 'like no time had passed at all'.
The source added: 'Sheridan was over the moon she could go back into the fold and her scenes are brilliant.'
It's also been revealed that the cast is working on a behind-the-scenes programme to mark its final ever outing.
Barry Island was mobbed last week when the original cast returned to make the finale.
Alison looked effortlessly stylish in a black ensemble and cream cardigan
The actor was busy looking as his phone as they made their way through the station
Ever the gentleman James ensured Alison was safety in her car
James' made his fortune after becoming host of the Late Late show in the US (pictured) and reportedly offered £40M to continue with the series, but he decided to return home to the UK with his family last year
An emotional James told fans: 'It's all overwhelming, the fact that it's the last time we'll be here on the island. It's wonderful. It's the home of the show. It's the centre of it really, and every bit of it you're thinking: "God, I remember when we were here."'
On the first day of filming, the cast shared a picture of a clapperboard with the caption: 'The final episode of Gavin & Stacey started filming today. Truth be told, we're a little bit excited.'
It will be the first episode of the BBC sitcom since the last Christmas special in 2019. That episode, which was watched by 12 million viewers, ended on a cliffhanger with Nessa down on one knee as she proposed to Smithy.
Gavin And Stacey's final episode 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 on a proposal cliffhanger it looked as thoughSmithy could finally get his happy ending with Ruth Jones' Nessa
The pair eventually marry, while their respective best friends Smithy and Nessa have a son, Neil, who is now 15 and will also return for the final ever episode.
Gavin And Stacey's final episode will air on BBC One on Christmas Day.
