In a recent episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden, actor Jamie Dornan revealed some interesting tidbits about his time in London. As it turns out, before his acting career took off, Dornan worked as a barkeep in a pub near Hyde Park. And let’s just say, he has some interesting stories to share.
Dornan reminisced about his humble beginnings, describing how he saved up his money and stayed in a bed and breakfast during his first trip to London. He even ate beans on toast every day to make ends meet. But despite the financial struggles, Dornan fell in love with the city and felt a deep connection to it.
The actor admitted that he always pretended to be a Londoner, even before moving there permanently. He would put on a British accent to help him get into character whenever he needed to perfect an English dialect for a role. However, Dornan confessed that people on social media sometimes criticize his American accent. As a Londoner, he took it as a great compliment, knowing that his connection to London is undeniable.
Corden also joined the conversation, praising Dornan’s time as a barman. He cheekily mentioned that he could envision Dornan being a better barman than an actor, which sparked a laugh from the audience. Dornan playfully agreed, acknowledging that working in a bar had its challenges, especially when dealing with rude customers. He shared a story about a customer who would click his fingers to get his attention, a behavior that Dornan found utterly disrespectful.
Interestingly, Dornan recently revisited the pub where he used to work after 19 years. He and his wife decided to have a pint at Tattersall’s Tavern, located near the fancier Zuma restaurant. The actor was filled with mixed emotions as he stepped back into the pub, remembering the struggles he faced while working there. And to his relief, the customer who used to click his fingers was nowhere to be found.
Dornan jokingly admitted that he had a weak moment and shed a tear while visiting the pub. Despite the passage of time, he was surprised to find that nothing had changed. The pub was exactly the same, except for its prices, which had hilariously skyrocketed. Dornan recalled how the pub used to offer two meals for a fiver, but now, it had become a bit more upscale.
The conversation then shifted to fellow actor Tessa Thompson, who also appeared on the show. Corden congratulated Thompson on her role in the upcoming film, “Thor: Love and Thunder”. In the film, Thompson reprises her role from “Thor: Ragnarok”, and she teased that fans can expect more hijinks and a midlife crisis for Thor, played by Chris Hemsworth. Thompson also revealed that Natalie Portman will be taking up Thor’s hammer and that Christian Bale will be joining the cast as well.
Corden enthusiastically predicted that the film would be a massive hit, and based on the excitement surrounding the upcoming installment, it’s hard to disagree with him. With the stellar cast and promises of more Thor shenanigans, “Thor: Love and Thunder” is undoubtedly one of the most highly anticipated films of the year.
So, if you’re a fan of the chat show, talk show, or just love anything related to “The Late Late Show with James Corden“, this particular episode had it all. From Jamie Dornan‘s tales of his time as a London barman to the exciting news about “Thor: Love and Thunder”, it was an entertaining and lively segment that kept viewers thoroughly engaged.
