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Eddie Murphy
Edward Regan Murphy, or as commonly known, Eddie Murphy, had his breakthrough as a standup comic before gaining stardom for his film roles; he is widely recognized as one of the greatest comedians of all time. In addition to being a successful comedian, Murphy is an accomplished actor and singer. He has received several prestigious accolades including a Golden Globe Award, a Grammy Award, and an Emmy Award, as well as nominations for an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award.
Murphy shot to fame on the sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live before making a successful transition to film. He has starred in popular shows and movies including Coming to America, The Nutty Professor, and Shrek. Eddie is likewise known for taking on multiple roles in a single film, roles in which he often imitates the voices and mannerisms of others, this outstanding talent of his becoming his tribute to one of his idols, Peter Sellers. While Murphy continues to act and write, he also periodically returns to stand-up comedy, a medium he believes to be the hardest of all. His works have grossed billions worldwide, making him a significant figure in the entertainment industry.
Biography, Career & Filmography
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Given Name: Edward Regan Murphy
Born: Brooklyn, New York City, U.S.
Citizenship: American
Birthday: April 3, 1961
Occupations: Actor, Stand-up comedian, Singer
Years Active: 1976-present
Children: 10
Spouses: Nicole Mitchell, Paige Butcher
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Awards and Nominations Received by Eddie Murphy
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Movies Featuring Eddie Murphy
Shrek
Shrek 2
Shrek Forever After
Shrek the Third
Dolemite Is My Name
Tower Heist
Bowfinger
Nutty Professor II: The Klumps
Life
The Nutty Professor
Coming 2 America
The Haunted Mansion
The Golden Child
Vampire in Brooklyn
Beverly Hills Cop
Boomerang
Another 48 Hrs.
Norbit
Harlem Nights
Beverly Hills Cop III
Trading Places
Dreamgirls
Beverly Hills Cop II
Imagine That
Eddie Murphy: Raw
Coming to America
48 Hrs.
A Thousand Words
Showtime
You People
The Adventures of Pluto Nash
I Spy
The Distinguished Gentleman
Meet Dave
Holy Man
Dr. Dolittle 2
Dr. Dolittle
Daddy Day Care
Best Defense
Metro
Candy Cane Lane
Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F
Donkey’s Christmas Shrektacular
Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis
Eddie Murphy: One Night Only
Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley
Beverly Hills Cop
Yo! The Story of ‘Yo! MTV Raps’
Shrek: Once Upon a Time
Trampoline
Saturday Night Live: 40th Anniversary Special
Eat Drink Laugh: The Story of The Comic Strip
Shrek in the Swamp Karaoke Dance Party
The Ghost of Lord Farquaad
Far Far Away Idol
Shrek the Halls
B.B. King: Into the Night
The Joe Piscopo Special
Dave Chappelle: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize
Eddie Murphy: Delirious
Tongues Untied
Common Threads: Stories from the Quilt
Eddie Murphy : Hollywood’s Black King
The Pickup
Common Threads: Stories from the Quilt
But… Seriously
Doctor Dolittle
Mulan
Hollywood Singing and Dancing: A Musical History
SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night
Being Eddie
Career Timeline
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2023
You People
Akbar
Candy Cane Lane
Chris Carver
Eddie Murphy : Hollywood’s Black King
Kendisi (arşiv görüntüleri)
2013
Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley
Self
Beverly Hills Cop
Axel Foley
Trampoline
James Needham
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