Eddie Murphy
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Edward Regan Murphy
Date of Birth: April 3, 1961
Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York, USA
Height: 175 cm (5′9″)
Weight: ~77 kg
Religion: Baptist upbringing
Nationality: American
Ancestry: African-American
Languages: English
Marital Status: Married to Paige Butcher (2012–present)
Children: 10 children (including Bria, Miles, Shayne, Bella, Angel, Izzy, Max, and others)
Occupation: Actor, Comedian, Producer, Singer
Education: Roosevelt Junior-Senior High School
Net Worth: $200M+ (2025 estimate)
Total Social Followers: Millions worldwide
Businesses: Film production ventures
Notable Works: 48 Hrs., Beverly Hills Cop, Coming to America, The Nutty Professor, Shrek, Dreamgirls
Current Residence: Beverly Hills, California
Number of Houses: Multiple luxury estates
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Raised in Brooklyn and Roosevelt, New York.
- Started doing stand-up comedy as a teenager.
- Joined Saturday Night Live at age 19 (1980–1984).
- Became one of SNL’s most celebrated cast members.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 1982: Film debut in 48 Hrs..
- 1984: Global stardom with Beverly Hills Cop.
- 1988: Co-wrote and starred in Coming to America.
- 1996: Reinvented with The Nutty Professor.
- 2001–2010: Voice of Donkey in Shrek franchise.
- 2006: Won Golden Globe for Dreamgirls.
- 2019: Return to stand-up and Netflix projects.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Golden Globe Award (Dreamgirls, 2006).
- Academy Award nomination (Best Supporting Actor).
- Primetime Emmy nomination for SNL.
- Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album (1980s).
- Mark Twain Prize for American Humor (2015).
🧠 Did You Know?
- Began stand-up at age 15.
- Became SNL’s breakout star in early 1980s.
- “Axel F” theme from Beverly Hills Cop became iconic.
- Recorded music albums including “Party All the Time.”
- Voice of Donkey in Shrek films worldwide.
- Father of 10 children with different partners.
- Known for playing multiple roles in films (Nutty Professor, Coming to America).
- One of the highest-grossing actors in Hollywood history.
- Earned $70M for Shrek 2 and related projects.
- Turned down the role of Winston in Ghostbusters.
- Close friendship with Richard Pryor.
- Influenced comedians like Chris Rock, Dave Chappelle.
- His brother Charlie Murphy was a comedian and writer.
- Returned to SNL in 2019 after 35 years.
- Planned Netflix stand-up specials for the 2020s.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Eddie Murphy born and how old is he?
He was born on April 3, 1961; he is years old as of 2025.
Where is Eddie Murphy from and where does he live?
He is from Brooklyn, New York, and lives in Beverly Hills, California.
How many children does Eddie Murphy have?
He has ten children with different partners.
Who is Eddie Murphy married to?
He is married to Paige Butcher since 2012.
What is Eddie Murphy’s net worth?
Public estimates place it above $200 million (2025).
What are Eddie Murphy’s most famous roles?
Axel Foley, Prince Akeem, Sherman Klump, Donkey.
Did Eddie Murphy win an Oscar?
No, but he was nominated for Dreamgirls.
What music did Eddie Murphy release?
Albums like “How Could It Be” with hit single “Party All the Time.”
What awards has Eddie Murphy won?
Golden Globe, Grammy, Mark Twain Prize.
What shows did Eddie Murphy start with?
Saturday Night Live in the early 1980s.
What is distinctive about his comedy?
Energetic characters, impressions, sharp timing.
What projects is Eddie Murphy working on now?
Netflix films and planned stand-up specials.
What franchises is he famous for?
Beverly Hills Cop, Coming to America, Shrek.
Did Eddie Murphy record comedy albums?
Yes, Grammy-winning stand-up specials in the 1980s.
How can I watch his films?
Available on major streaming services, Blu-ray, DVD.