David Spade’s ‘Racist’ Joke Still Bothers Eddie Murphy Three Decades later, Why Eddie Murphy Changed His Laugh, Eddie Murphy Recalls Beef With Cosby And More Eddie Murphy News

The former SNL star is still a box-office success, which is why we gathered all your Eddie Murphy news so you won’t have to.

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Eddie Murphy Remembers Comedy Beef With Bill Cosby

Eddie Murphy, left; Bill Cosby. Photo: Getty Images Steve Granitz/FilmMagic; Mark Makela

Eddie Murphy is getting all the way real about his relationship with Bill Cosby. — Shanelle Genai

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Here’s What Eddie Murphy Thinks About His Son Dating Martin Lawrence’s Daughter

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Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence are comedy legends who’ve worked together on classics like “Boomerang” and “Life.” Now, there’s a chance those won’t be their only notable collaborations. — Stephanie Holland

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Here’s Why Eddie Murphy Was ‘Forced’ to Change His Famous Laugh

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As Eddie Murphy returns to the role that made him a megastar, he’s revealing some secrets about his rise to superstardom. With “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” debuting on Netflix July 3, the actor is discussing his previous go rounds as Axel Foley. One of the major changes we’ve seen from Murphy’s early work is the disappearance of his unique laugh. — Stephanie Holland

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David Spade’s ‘Racist’ Joke Still Haunts Eddie Murphy After 30 Years

Eddie Murphy at SNL’s 40th Anniversary Special – 2015 Image: Getty Images Dana Edelson

Saturday Night Live has been a pillar of American comedy since the mid-70s. When 19-year-old Eddie Murphy joined the cast from 1980-1985, many said those were the best seasons of SNL. — Phenix S Halley

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Car Chase Accident On Set of Eddie Murphy, Keke Palmer’s ‘The Pickup’ Being Investigated

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Updated 4/25/2024 at 11:10 a.m. ET — Stephanie Holland

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Eddie Murphy & Tracee Ellis Ross’ Candy Cane Lane Is Our TV Pick Of The Week

Eddie Murphy Reveals Details of His Future Stand Up Comedy Shows

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Listen, kids. If you’ve never seen the classic Eddie Murphy stand-up films Raw and Delirious, they’re like a filthy, offensive time machine into the past. They’re from the ‘80s, so the jokes are definitely going to be inappropriate to today’s sensibilities. But his delivery and the way he works an audience is a masterclass in how to perform stand-up comedy. — Stephanie Holland

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You People: Watch Eddie Murphy, Nia Long, Jonah Hill’s Cringe-Worthy Culture Clash in Kenya Barris’ New Film

Eddie Murphy, left; Jonah Hill star in a scene from Kenya Barris’ upcoming film, You People. Photo: Courtesy of Netflix

In Kenya Barris’ upcoming directorial debut, You People, Eddie Murphy and Nia Long star as protective parents to their daughter Lauren London who is engaged to be married to Jonah Hill. — Shanelle Genai

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Eddie Murphy to Star in Upcoming Holiday Film Candy Cane Lane

Eddie Murphy speaks onstage during WSJ. Magazine 2019 Innovator Awards Sponsored By Harry Winston And Rémy Martin on November 06, 2019 in New York City. Photo: Getty Images Lars Niki for WSJ. Magazine Innovators Awards

Comedy legend and actor Eddie Murphy will be back on a small screen near us soon, as it was recently revealed that he’ll be starring in an upcoming holiday film for Prime Video. — Shanelle Genai

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Eddie Murphy in Talks to Star in George Clinton Biopic

Eddie Murphy accepts the Lifetime Achievement Award onstage during the 25th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards at Barker Hangar on January 12, 2020 in Santa Monica, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for Critics Choice Association) Photo: Getty Images Kevin Winter

Eddie Murphy’s third act has been full of surprises. According to Deadline, the 2007 Oscar nominee is now in talks to star as music legend George Clinton. On the list of people I expected to play the Parliament-Funkadelic frontman, The Nutty Professor star was not at the top of the list. Apparently this is a real passion project for the revered comedian. — Stephanie Holland

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Eddie Murphy, Tyler Perry, Kevin Hart Among Netflix’s 2022 Movie Lineup

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Netflix released a trailer for its 2022 movie lineup, and some of our favorites will star on the streaming service this year. — Stephanie Holland

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Eddie Murphy to Be Inducted Into Hall of Fame at 2021 NAACP Image Awards

Eddie Murphy speaks onstage during the LA Tastemaker event for Comedians in Cars on July 17, 2019 in Beverly Hills City. Photo: Getty Images Emma McIntyre for Netflix

Legendary comedian and actor Eddie Murphy is set to be honored at the 52nd annual NAACP Image Awards this year. — Shanelle Genai

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Here’s Why Your Favorite Coming to America Characters Are Not That ‘Fun’ for Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall to Play

When it comes to comedic royalty, Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall are the kings of the multi-performance. With an array of beloved Coming to America characters between them—including but not limited to Prince Akeem, Randy Watson, Semmi and Baba—you never know which of the many faces you’ll see these two actors don next. — Tonja Renée Stidhum

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