Eddie Murphy's Drug-Free Journey & New Roles

Eddie Murphy's Drug-Free Journey & New Roles

Update: 2025-11-26
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Eddie Murphy shares his aversion to serious drug use, attributing it to a pivotal moment at the Comedy Store when Pauly Shore commented that he looked like some other dude after taking Percocet and smoking weed. Murphy, set to receive the AFI Life Achievement Award, is also preparing for new roles, including playing George Clinton and Inspector Clouseau, and has upcoming projects like Playas Ball, Beverly Hills Cop sequel, and Shrek Five. He expresses a strong desire to return to Saturday Night Live.

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Eddie Murphy's Drug-Free Journey & New Roles

Eddie Murphy's Drug-Free Journey & New Roles