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.
Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall Reunite More Than 30 Years Later in 'Coming 2 America' Trailer
etonline.comEddie Murphy classic has inspired a follow-up in — get this — , which sees the comedian reprise his role as Prince Akeem for another journey to New York city.
On Tuesday, Amazon unveiled the sequel's teaser trailer. returns us to the kingdom of Zamunda, where Akeem is preparing to take the throne.
Arsenio Hall is back as his trusty friend, Semmi, as are original stars Shari Headley, Paul Bates, John Amos and James Earl Jones in their respective roles.
Wesley Snipes, Teyana Taylor and Kiki Layne join the cast to add a bit more royal drama.When Akeem learns that he fathered a son with a Queens woman (Leslie Jones) all those years ago, he travels back to the boroughs of NYC to meet Lavelle (Jermaine Fowler).
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