Entertainment reporter defends James Corden following stolen Ricky Gervais joke

Entertainment reporter Pete Ford has defended comedian James Corden, labelling his treatment “unfair” after the late show host stole one of fellow comedian Ricky Gervais’ jokes.

Mr Ford claimed there’s a lot more to the story.

“I think it’s probably unfair to make it that simple,” Mr Ford told 3AW Breakfast.

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