Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy has been a comedy icon for years. He became famous for his performance in Saturday Night Life and is given credit for revitalizing the show and giving life to memorable characters. In addition, he became well known for his eccentric roles in films such as Coming to America, Beverly Hills Cop, and the Shrek series. Thanks to these, he became widely successful. He has also received numerous accolades due to his talent in inducing laughter, including an Emmy.

Before that, however, Murphy struggled during his younger years. The comedian and his brother Charlie had to become quite resilient, especially during the year they spent in foster care. His time there became an inspiration for his funny acts. He ventured into comedy at the age of 15 after being inspired by an album by another legend in the field, Richard Pryor.