Corden Bennett! James quite literally lets it all hang out as he performs hilarious musical segment for The Late Late Show with Lin-Manuel Miranda on the streets of Los Angeles
James Corden gave pedestrians rather more than they bargained for while filming a new comedy skit with Lin-Manual Miranda on the streets of Los Angeles.
The sketch, which aired on Thursday’s edition of The Late Late Show, saw the British star strip off to perform songs from hugely popular stage show Hair for his recurring Crosswalk: The Musical segment.
Joined by Broadway star Lin-Manuel, 37, whose theatre credits include Les Misérables and Hamilton, James, 38, left little to the imagination as they worked their way through a rendition of Aquarius with the rest of the cast on Beverly Boulevard.
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Steady on: James Corden gave pedestrians rather more than they bargained for while filming a new comedy skit with Lin-Manual Miranda on the streets of Los Angeles
In keeping with the musical’s sixties setting, the presenter sports a long blonde wig and headband – but little else – after stopping traffic on the bustling crosswalk.
Due to CBS and the State of California advising them not to strip naked in the street, Corden and his group settled for flesh coloured underwear as they worked their way through the track.
The group had previously startled drivers by wearing flared hippie inspired ensembles while waving multi-coloured placards and
Comedy gold: The sketch, which aired on Thursday’s edition of The Late Late Show, saw the British star strip off to perform songs from hugely popular stage show Hair for his recurring Crosswalk: The Musical segment
Stripping off: Joined by Broadway star Lin-Manuel, 37, whose theatre credits include Les Misérables and Hamilton, James, 38, left little to the imagination as they worked their way through a rendition of Aquarius with the rest of the cast on Beverly Boulevard
Here we go: In keeping with the musical’s sixties setting, the presenter sports a long blonde wig and headband – but little else – after stopping traffic on the bustling crosswalk
Lin-Manuel then climbed up on a nearby car for added dramatic effect, before striking a final pose with his arms high in the air.
Clearly pleased with their work, the two men embraced while still sporting only underwear, shoes and wigs.
As the production came to a wrap, Lin-Manuel could be seen grabbing Corden's bottom as they walked with their arms around each other's shoulders.
The taping took place directly outside of CBS Studios where Corden films The Late Late Show.
Don't mind me: Lin-Manuel then climbed up on a nearby car for added dramatic effect, before striking a final pose with his arms high in the air
Strip: Lin-Manuel Miranda and James Corden undressed in the middle of the street while filming a musical number in Los Angeles on Tuesday
Standing out! James stripped to nothing but nude underwear and added a long blonde wig as he performed a number of hits from musical Hair, with his theatre star pal
Viral: The song-and-dance is sure to get views in the millions like Corden's other viral hits
Ta-da! The 37-year-old Broadway star struck a dramatic final pose in his underwear for the skit
Good job: The guys seemed impressed with their work, sharing a hug before wrapping
Having fun! The two men seemed to be having a blast as they gallivanted around the street
Cheeky: Lin Manuel grabbed his co-star's bottom as the taping came to an end
James helped Lin-Manuel down from a car while people got a front row seat at the traffic light
Hopping around: The two men were singing their hearts out for while appearing almost naked
It is not the first time the pair have collaborated for The Late Late Show.
In 2016, before James' hosting gig for the Tony Awards, he had Miranda on as a Carpool Karaoke passenger.
They were joined in the segment by Audra McDonald, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Jane Krakowski for the musical feature.
As of Tuesday, that clip has over 21 million views on YouTube.
In addition to the Carpool Karaoke segments on The Late Late Show, James also recently launched an Apple Music series based off the viral sensation.
Flower power: Earlier, the pair remained clothed for a 60's inspired section of their segment
Production: The men were joined by a pack of dancers in hippie uniform with tie dye panels
In sync: Their dance moves were perfectly executed for the yet-to-be-announced song
Wigging out: James sported a long blonde wig with a headband for the retro performance
Hair today: Lin-Manuel also appeared to rock a hairpiece after cutting off his previously long locks
Reunited: The pair already collaborated on a Carpool Karaoke segment back in 2016
Groovy: The men sported bell bottomed pants to fit the theme of the 1960's era fashions
Perfect harmony: The segment will be part of James' Crosswalk The Musical video series
Tickled pink: Corden appeared to be having a blast while performing in his pink tunic top
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