He was taking his bow as BRITS host on Wednesday evening after presenting the annual show for the fifth and final time.
But while it was another polished performance from James Corden, his swansong was overshadowed by a memorable send-off from close pal Nick Grimshaw in the form of a French kiss.
The Radio 1 DJ enjoyed a comical frisson with Corden at last year’s event, when the presenter playfully perched on his knee, and the banter continued when he took to the stage to present Lorde with the award for International Female Artist.
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'Hello everyone, it's tough coming on after Noel Gallagher and Kate Moss,’ he joked, adding: 'Can we have a round of applause for James Corden, everyone? Last year we made out, I'm hoping we can go to second base this year.'
But while it was another polished performance from James Corden, his swansong was overshadowed by a memorable send-off from close pal Nick Grimshaw in the form of a French kiss.
The Radio 1 DJ enjoyed a comical frisson with Corden at last year’s event, when the presenter playfully perched on his knee, and the banter continued when he took to the stage to present Lorde with the award for International Female Artist.
Scroll down for full list of winners
'Hello everyone, it's tough coming on after Noel Gallagher and Kate Moss,’ he joked, adding: 'Can we have a round of applause for James Corden, everyone? Last year we made out, I'm hoping we can go to second base this year.'