Edward Regan Murphy (born April 3, 1961) is an American actor, comedian, and singer.
Murphy was a regular cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1980 to 1984. He has worked as a stand-up comedian and was ranked No. 10 on Comedy Central's list of the 100 Greatest Stand-ups of All Time.
In films, Murphy has received Golden Globe Award nominations for his performances in 48 Hrs., the Beverly Hills Cop series, Trading Places, The Nutty Professor, and Dolemite Is My Name. In 2007, he won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor and received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of soul singer James "Thunder" Early in Dreamgirls.
American Cinematheque Awards Tribute To Helen Mirren Rescheduled For February
deadline.comHelen Mirren‘s American Cinematheque tribute has a new date. TheCinematheque announced today that their annual awards show will now take place on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills.
The event was postponed from its original November 4, 2023 date due to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike. As previously announced, Mirren who is currently getting awards buzz for her role as Golda Meir in Golda, will receive the 37th American Cinematheque Award.
Additionally Kevin Goetz & Screen Engine will be honored with the Power Of Cinema Award. This is the annual fundraiser for the organization with proceeds benefiting its classic, international, and independent film programs at the Los Feliz 3 Theatre in Los Angeles, the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood, and the Aero Theatre in Santa Monica.
Additionally, a portion of the funds support American Cinematheque’s commitment to diversified programming and audience reach, through engaging with Los Angeles County’s 88 school districts to broaden the AC Educational Screening Series (AC/ESS).
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