TV host and actor James Corden has been tapped to once again host the Tony Awards. The Late Late Show host previously emceed the annual theatre awards show in 2016, and won the Tony for best actor in a play for his performance in "One Man, Two Guvnors" in 2012, reports variety.com.

Corden said: "I am thrilled to be returning to host the Tony Awards. The Broadway community is very dear to my heart, and I am beyond proud to be part of this incredibly special night."