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.
'That's My Jam' Sneak Peek: Jay Pharoah Breaks Out His Amazing Jay-Z Impression (Exclusive)
etonline.comJay Pharoah brings back one of his beloved impressions on this week's — and gets a surprise duet partner!The stand-up comedian and star — whose tenure from 2010-16 included pitch-perfect impersonations of stars like Denzel Washington, Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy and more — teams up with Nikki Glaser for a new episode of the musical competition show, and showcases one of his most famous characters when he comes up against the Wheel of Musical Impressions.
Pharoah gets tasked with performing «Mary Had a Little Lamb» in the style of Jay Z, and flawlessly nails the bit, «HOVs» and all, getting a standing ovation from the crowd!«Jimmy, I haven't felt this way since I was in Madison Square for the first time,» Pharoah-as-Jay tells host Jimmy Fallon.However, the amazing performance doesn't end there.
Fallon then calls up Jam Band singer Jade Novah to show off her equally-impressive Beyoncé impression, and the two pull off an impromptu duet!
Watch the stunning performance in the video below:On Fallon brings some of his favorite games — along with new music, dance and trivia challenges — to a new mega-fun variety show.
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