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Facts
| Also Known As | Edward Regan Murphy |
|---|---|
| Born | April 3, 1961 (age 63) • New York City • New York |
| Awards And Honors | Cecil B. DeMille Award (2023) • Grammy Award (1983) • Emmy Award (2020): Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series • Golden Globe Award (2007): Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture • Grammy Award (1984): Best Comedy Recording |
| Notable Works | “Harlem Nights” |
| Married To | Nicole Mitchell Murphy (1993–2006) |
| Movies/Tv Shows (Acted In) | "Saturday Night Live" (1980–2019) • "Dolemite Is My Name" (2019) • "Mr. Church" (2016) • "A Thousand Words" (2012) • "Tower Heist" (2011) • "Shrek Forever After" (2010) • "Imagine That" (2009) • "Meet Dave" (2008) • "Shrek the Third" (2007) • "Norbit" (2007) • "Dreamgirls" (2006) • "Father of the Pride" (2004) • "Shrek 2" (2004) • "The Haunted Mansion" (2003) • "Daddy Day Care" (2003) • "I Spy" (2002) • "The Adventures of Pluto Nash" (2002) • "Showtime" (2002) • "The PJs" (1999–2001) • "Dr. Dolittle 2" (2001) • "Shrek" (2001) • "Nutty Professor II: The Klumps" (2000) • "Bowfinger" (1999) • "Life" (1999) • "Holy Man" (1998) • "Doctor Dolittle" (1998) • "Mulan" (1998) • "Metro" (1997) • "The Nutty Professor" (1996) • "Vampire in Brooklyn" (1995) • "Beverly Hills Cop III" (1994) • "The Distinguished Gentleman" (1992) • "Boomerang" (1992) • "Another 48 Hrs." (1990) • "Harlem Nights" (1989) • "Coming to America" (1988) • "Beverly Hills Cop II" (1987) • "The Golden Child" (1986) • "Beverly Hills Cop" (1984) • "Best Defense" (1984) • "Trading Places" (1983) • "48 Hrs." (1982) |
| Movies/Tv Shows (Directed) | "Harlem Nights" (1989) |
| Movies/Tv Shows (Writing/Creator) | "Norbit" (2007) • "The PJs" (1999–2001) • "Vampire in Brooklyn" (1995) • "The Royal Family" (1991–1992) • "Boomerang" (1992) • "Another 48 Hrs." (1990) • "Harlem Nights" (1989) • "CBS Summer Playhouse" (1989) • "Coming to America" (1988) • "Eddie Murphy: Raw" (1987) • "Beverly Hills Cop II" (1987) • "Saturday Night Live" (1982–1984) |
Top Questions
Where was Eddie Murphy born?
Eddie Murphy was born in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States.
When was Eddie Murphy born?
Eddie Murphy was born on April 3, 1961.
Is Eddie Murphy married?
Nicole Mitchell Murphy (1993–2006)
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