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Alicia Keys Purchases Eddie Murphy's Mansion

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 17:00:38 +0000

Eddie Murphy, out. Alicia Keys (and hubby Swizz Beatz and their son little Egypt) in! Keys has reportedly purchased Murphy’s mansion, known as “Bubble Hill,” in the New Jersey suburb of Englewood. The sprawling spread is approximately 25,000 square feet, with seven bedrooms, nine full and four half baths. So it’s quite the luxurious (and [...]

Eddie Murphy to Get Political Playing Former Washington, DC Mayor Marion Barry in HBO Movie

Jeremy Taylor — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 12:00:22 +0000

HBO is bringing the life of former Washington, DC Mayor Marion Barry to the small screen. And some pretty big names are involved in the project. Eddie Murphy is set to play Barry in the biopic, with Spike Lee directing. Barry served as DC mayor from 1979 to 1991, and then again from 1995 to 1999. He gained [...]

Billy Crystal or Eddie Murphy? Guess Who Public Prefers as Oscar Host — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:05 +0000

Last week Eddie Murphy quit as 2012 Academy Award host and was quickly replaced by Billy Crystal, and apparently it was the right choice.

According to a new survey from Poll Position, more people prefer Billy Crystal over Eddie Murphy when it comes to hosting the Oscars.

Eddie Murphy Quits As Host of the Oscars — Why'd He Walk Away?

Shauna Wright — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 14:30:57 +0000

After a tumultuous week that saw director Brett Ratner step down from his post as producer of the 2012 Oscar telecast on Tuesday following controversial comments he made, Eddie Murphy has now announced he will no longer host the ceremony.

Will Eddie Murphy Appear on 'Saturday Night Live' This Weekend?

Bob Sassone — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 06:00:20 +0000

Eddie Murphy hasn’t been on ‘Saturday Night Live’ since 1984, and he hasn’t even participated in the various reunion shows that have happened in the years since he left the show. But he could show up this weekend.

Murphy’s co-star in the new movie ‘Tower Heist’ is Ben Stiller, who just so happens to be hosting this weekend’s ‘SNL.’ Rumors have begun to circulate that Murphy will finally make a cameo appearance on the show.

Eddie Murphy Named Academy Awards Host

Shauna Wright — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 18:00:27 +0000

Looks like the rumors were true — actor and comedian Eddie Murphy has been officially tapped to host the 84th annual Academy Awards. Although Murphy has hosted other awards shows, this will be his first gig at the Oscars.

“Eddie is a comedic genius, one of the greatest and most influential live performers ever,” said show co-producer Brett Ratner, who also directed Murphy in the upcoming comedy ‘Tower Heist,’ due for release November 4. “With his love of movies, history of crafting unforgettable characters and his iconic performances — especially on stage — I know he will bring excitement, spontaneity and tremendous heart to the show.”

Is Eddie Murphy In Talks to Host the Oscars?

Shauna Wright — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 19:00:12 +0000

Sources close to Academy Awards officials say comedian and actor Eddie Murphy is being considered to host the Oscars in February.

The move is seen as an effort to return to basics — in other words, have one funny act head up the entire ceremony. In years past, the Academy has experimented with different hosting ideas, culminating in the somewhat questionable move this year that saw actors James Franco and Anne Hathaway emceeing what many called a disastrous show.

Eddie Murphy to Voice '70s Cartoon Character Hong Kong Phooey in New Movie

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 18:00:47 +0000

The big screen remake of the popular Hanna-Barbera ’70s-era Saturday morning cartoon ‘Hong Kong Phooey’ has just snagged a famous lead: Eddie Murphy will voice Penry, the anthropomorphic dog who lives a secret life as martial arts expert and number one super pooch Hong Kong Phooey.