Eddie Murphy’s Most Memorable ‘SNL’ CharactersEddie Murphy’s Most Memorable ‘SNL’ CharactersFrom Buckwheat to Gumby, a look back at some of the funniest moments from 'SNL''s breakout '80s star.Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
35 Years Ago: ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ Puts Eddie Murphy Back on Top35 Years Ago: ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ Puts Eddie Murphy Back on TopMovie restored the star's status after the failure of 'Best Defense.'Tyler SageTyler Sage
When Eddie Murphy Debuted Velvet Jones on ‘Saturday Night Live’When Eddie Murphy Debuted Velvet Jones on ‘Saturday Night Live’The pimp-turned-pitchman was one of the star's most beloved characters.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
When ‘Mr. Robinson’s Neighborhood’ Premiered on ‘Saturday Night Live’When ‘Mr. Robinson’s Neighborhood’ Premiered on ‘Saturday Night Live’Eddie Murphy transported children's television to the ghetto.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
Eddie Murphy Is Doing ‘Beverly Hills Cop 4’ After ‘Coming 2 America’Eddie Murphy Is Doing ‘Beverly Hills Cop 4’ After ‘Coming 2 America’Axel Foley: The Force Awakens.Matt SingerMatt Singer
Eddie Murphy Is Hosting ‘Saturday Night Live’ For the First Time Since 1984Eddie Murphy Is Hosting ‘Saturday Night Live’ For the First Time Since 1984Murphy has returned to SNL just once in 30 years.Matt SingerMatt Singer