Chris Rock pays homage to Eddie Murphy, who calls returning to SNL a magical feeling.
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Eddie didn't turn into an introvert. He has always been one. Sometimes some of the greats are dynamic on stage but very shy off stage. Michael Jackson, Prince, Eddie Murphy etc.
Freddie Mercury
The black excellence
Shy? I never thought of him as that
@@LordeMarsh Yes this is how I see it too. Anyone who remembers Eddie Murphy in the 80s remembers that he was hardly shy or introverted. We heard stories that he was his high school class clown and teachers would ask him to tell them jokes....Eddie has definitely changed, and it’s not all because he was young back then and older now.
@@John-ct9zs Seems you are mistaking introvert with shy or quiet. They all mean different things.
I think it’s important to remember that Eddie Murphy is a quiet person
Too true. All the way back in his interviews you can tell. People want him to be always performing. Damn he gave us 40 movies. Plus SNL and stand ups. Leave him alone
Eddie Murphy's closest friend ladies and gentlemen...
@@romishafranks he did not make 40 movies! Lol
Dont you dare count voice overs or stand up
If you don't count voice overs and standup he done 35 movies
"Eddie saved SNL" Oh boy, that was honest.😂😂😂
Gold Just Gold “Can you say SAVED boys and girls?” 😂 will always love Eddie. ❤️
@@rebeccahopkins9522 y
Loren Michaels gives no credit to Eddie Murphy
@@BigBKenobi-sd4jf why ?
The Legend says that Chris still claps until today
No last word at his death bed, the family gathers around solemnly, the son moves to his ear, Chris turns to him slowly, smiles with his teeth then claps and dies.
@@levidyer7714 That's gold.
Which he does
And some actors use him to clap. XD
@@donkorleone5188 Figured I'd find this here lol
He stayed away from drugs and alcohol and he's still relevant, one and only.
"stayed away from drugs and alcohol" lol
portorro!-) yo tambien;-)
BORICUA 4LIFE exactly!!
He didn't stay away from transvestites !
@@johnbrown1960 oh snap!
I wasn't surprised that Eddie did not do any skits or jokes, the fact that he came back on the stage after 30+ years is huge. At this point, Eddie doesn't have to be funny anymore, he spent so many years entertaining us so he can relax now and do his other passions. Chris Rock did great with this tribute.
Serina G. Well said!
Jimmy Two-Times well said
Disagree, the high life made him lose his edge
Jimmy Two-Times I agree with you, Bro.
I still stevie ...............................Ebony and I vory LOL
Eddie Murphy was classy in that monologue. He acknowledged Chris Rock with a hug. He was gracious and humble, not cocky.
Can't believe how old he is. What they say is true: "Black don't crack". Eddie still looks fantastic and he's probably in his 60's.
He's 59.
Eddie's suit is so fresh I can't even hear what he's saying.
Eddie DID save SNL in the early 80’s. Love him.
eddies suit tough WHAT an amazing tailoring fabrick just wao
Ya damn right!
looked like my tux from prom
The One And Only SpentSolid weell congrats must HAVE looked. Dapper as fuck
+belia st If ik you i would.
so you like shiny suits. thats cool
EDDIE WAS BY FAR THE FUNNIEST CAST MEMBER EVER!!!!! Loved the 70's and 80's and early 90s cast but EDDIE was that Dude!!!!!
Davito Brigante OMG HE WAS THE GREATEST. People who weren’t alive then to witness it just don’t understand how genius he was and is. Funniest cast member ever on SNL. Mr. Robinson’s Neighborhood is my all time personal fav. His stand up, especially, “Raw” and “Delirious”, was unapologetic groundbreaking revolutionary brilliance and changed the entire course of comedy forever; and he inspired the future greats of today including Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle. When people hate on him I want to bitch slap them in the face 😂cause they’re ignorant idiots who just don’t understand or appreciate legacy. There will never be another Eddie Murphy. He was and is one of a kind❤️him still.
I'm a fan of Eddie as well. But Will Ferrell, Belushi, and some others were also amazing.
SO many amazing cast members... Chris Farley, Dana carved, mike Myers, and Eddie Murphy.... racheal Dratch,
Take a shot for each time Chris rock claps his hands.
I'm typing this from beyond the grave.
Jamie Dinel now that I saw this comment I can't stop paying attention to it
I'm in jail
Jamie Dinel an fucked by now
Jamie Dinel I'm going to use this in a game!
I’ll lay this comment down because tomorrow Eddie Murphy is back in his glory.
And he killed it!
I LOVED that he was heartfelt and genuine and didn’t do schtick. He has NOTHING left to prove. He wanted to say thank you. He wanted to show his appreciation for all THEIR appreciation, and for the incredible life the show and fans gave him. It was moving. It was real. It was Eddie. LONG LIVE THE RAW KING ❤️
Give Eddie Murphy some slack. Maybe he doesn't want to be funny all his life. He did his job well. I laughed at his movies and stand ups. It is ok not trying to be funny anymore. Thanks for the laughs
te aprob. Astia sunt fani "inraiti" care nu se multumesc decat cu 110% sau mai mult
RaduCostinD Cand esti un fan adevarat respecti omul care ti-a daruit clipe frumoase. Ii esti alaturi si ii multumesti chiar daca in prezent el nu mai are poate ce sa iti ofere. Ofera-i tu. Am observat ca toti artistii astia mari primesc multe comentarii gen: vai ce a imbatranit, vai dar nu il mai are pe vino-ncoa..etc. Dar cand inchiriai casete video sa te uiti la filme si erai fascinat de lumea lor era bine nu? Iar acum da-i naibii de bosorogi. Pacat de rasa noastra umana ca nu apreciem nici oamenii, nici pamantul...iar la sfarsit vom pierde.
Adi Adrian Then why even show up at all? Why not just be in the audience?
morbidchid Because he was asked by Snl?
Adi Adrian To do what? force people to keep clapping because of his lack of material? hear him asking them to cut to commercial? Is that really what they asked him to do?
I have to give love to Chris Rock, a damn funny comedian in his own right...he's got a unique delivery and timing unlike anyone else
This man is an absolute legend and without him there would be no current SNL and I can't wait to see him hosting this week.
Eddie Murphy in the early '80s. Untouchable. The comedy equivalent of Led Zeppelin.
That's an apt analogy 👍
A man that will always dress impeccably whenever in the spotlight. Greatest comedian ever!
That was a great introduction 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. Can’t for Dolomite on Netflix. His style of comedy is just pure artwork
Love Eddie Murphy, easily one of the best comics of all time. Well done tribute by Chris Rock.
Why i love eddie murphy as a person is because hes humble he didnt turn unto buddy love like jerry lewis did . he seems humbled at the fact so many love what he can do pure comedy magic from a genius
Eddie paved the way for all comedians. He have them hope & inspired them to do great. So talented!
Anyone whose followed Eddie's career since the early 80's knows He doesn't have anything to prove. SNL, Delirious, Coming To America, Harlem Nights (Directed & Screen Written/Story by Eddie OMFG!!!!!!!), Beverly Hills Cop 2, Boomerang, Vampire in Brooklyn, The Distinguished Gentleman, The Nutty Professor, The PJ's, & Life are timeless classics. Eddie Murphy took comedy to another Universe via Directing films/Screen Writing/Acting/Stand Up, etc. No other Comedian has the range creatively, nor has innovated comedy more than Eddie. If comedy had a GOAT? Pound for pound I'm picking Eddie Murphy, hands down!
Chris Rock killed that shyt 🔥🔥🔥 and Eddie is simply a BOSS legendary
Eddie is a legend. he's humble and a great actor.
"There is no next Eddie Murphy".❤️
He is reserved.He is creative and very artistic! He gives back to others in his profession and he loves his family!
He really is a legend when you think about it. I never thought about it.. long live the SNL king!!
Eddie Murphy is a Comic Genius a Legend...his SNL skits are etched in most of our minds...he deserved the standing ovation and presentation he received from Chris Rock and Current/ former Comics of SNL..everyone did a great job..and many were missed who could not be there
How does Eddie still look the same.
Being part of TV comedy keeps you from aging.
Eddie still looks the same because he taped this in the 80s so that it would be aired on this night. Very forward thinking by Eddie. That's why Eddie kept the speech short because he wasn't sure what would happen decades later.
Every time I've seen Eddie Murphy; even growing up, I always wondered the same thing..
he probably got 2 years younger in those 2 minutes clapping lol
He doesnt, compare to his earlier years, he looks older in the face now.
Eddie Murphy: the greatest SNL cast member of all time.
Young kids of today will never know how funny Eddy Murphy was and still is
DragonFly OMG HE WAS THE GREATEST. People who weren’t alive then to witness it just don’t understand how genius he was and is. Funniest cast member ever on SNL. Mr. Robinson’s Neighborhood is my all time personal fav. His stand up, especially, “Raw” and “Delirious”, was unapologetic groundbreaking revolutionary brilliance and changed the entire course of comedy forever; and he inspired the future greats of today including Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle. When people hate on him I want to bitch slap them in the face 😂cause they’re ignorant idiots who just don’t understand or appreciate legacy. There will never be another Eddie Murphy. He was and is one of a kind❤️him still.
Or they could just watch his specials and realise it like everybody else.
Baby face never care for Eddie
@@ayeyobossman6151 yea like me
@@rebeccahopkins9522 you realise people can watch those today don't you?
The whole reason I watched the SNL reunion was to see my favorite performers on that stage again do their thing just one last time. I wanted Mr. Robinson, I wanted the Church Lady, I wanted Baba Wawa. I wanted Pat and the Sweeny Sisters and Gerald Ford....but with very few exceptions...that didn't happen. Murphy probably hasn't thought about Mr. Robsinon's Neighborhood or Gumby or Buckwheat in 30 years. Instead of trying to entertain us in a way that he no longer does, he instead accepted the love of the audience....and they rose to their feel before he said even one word. I found myself rising off the couch and clapping too...and then felt a bit silly as I was in my own living room alone. I don't think anyone else got that kind of applause, except when they paid tribute to the ones who had passed on. Eddie Murphy will always be one of my favorites, even if doesn't do it anymore...he once did...and that is good enough for me.
I think it's even more special that you stood and applauded in the privacy of your home. That to me says he commanded that response and yours was heartfelt.
Well he definitely wouldn't do Buh Weat since he killed him off in one sketch
baritonebynight I LOVED that he was heartfelt and genuine and didn’t do schtick. He has NOTHING left to prove. He wanted to say thank you. He wanted to show his appreciation for all THEIR appreciation, and for the incredible life the show and fans gave him. It was moving. It was real. It was Eddie. LONG LIVE THE RAW KING ❤️
he's doing in in 2019 when he hosts again!
Eddie Murphy - King - Legend - The MJ of Comedy
A standing ovation for Eddie. As it should be!
Bow down to the Legendary Eddie Murphy 🙌 👏
Absolutely fantastic to see Eddie back.
Hrmm.. Why the big headlines everywhere saying Eddie can't be funny anymore,.. how awkward it was, etc etc. ? -- He wasn't trying to do standup here, he was being honored among many others and he just expressed his appreciation. Eddie Murphy is the godfather of our time (still living) of Comedy. Most comedians in the US will say Eddie Murphy was a big influence in their careers. Why Eddie has chosen to not perform standup for so long I have no clue. He's a very rich man, and highly intelligent. I think he's just enjoyed a "normal" life with money at this point. But, make no doubt about it.. Eddie murphy is 1st) A genius writer of comedy.. and 2) A natural phenomena of standup (conveying his material). You can give two different people the same exact material and one can bomb and the other have a standing ovation. One thing is for sure -- Eddie murphy found the fountain of youth somewhere a loooong time ago. He looks like he's aging at about 1 year per 5! I did read a while back that Eddie has been writing all these years and plans on doing standup at some point in the future. He has 8 (EIGHT) Kids.. The youngest born in 2007. The next youngest in 2002. I would guess he would go back to some standup when his 2002 kid who is 13 ish now gets just a little older. And definitely do it when all of his kids are out of the house. He's 53 now.. So has , in the comedy world, 15-20 years left (maybe more considering how well he's been aging lol). So I think he will do at least 1 comedy tour in his lifetime.. and maybe do more if he really enjoys it.
Who are you to tell someone how much time someone has left to do something? You are not Goid. That is notr up to you.
I enjoyed this. Don't know why you guys are on Eddie so much. As far as I'm concerned he doesn't have to say shit. The guy is a legend, what more do you want from him. He can't be a 23 year old red jumpsuit wearing comic doing Mr. T jokes for the rest of his life. Let the past be exactly what it is, the past.
Preach! haha
Preach! hehe
eh, no one's a legend. He didn't need to tell jokes, but he seemed like he didn't prepare at all. I mean, just stay home bruh.
@@yessum15 He really didn't want to be there. He has been pressured for years by so many people to get back up on stage, but he has consistently refused because of his lack of interest. He's only there because SNL wanted him there dearly, and he owes his career to them.
@@davilathegreat Thanks for the context. That actually makes it seem a little more reasonable. Still a shame though.
I think they are both funny.
So your tellin me you didnt bust out laughing when he said "Give it up for Eddie!"
Chris Rock clasps his hands together (not counting actual clapping) around 64 times. I had to count, it was driving me crazy.
noticed that, too; it's probably his way to cope with the nervousness, remember his stand-up routine, etc..
Fun fact: When this aired live, the broadcasters must've been sleeping because they awkwardly held the camera on Eddie for a few extra seconds before actually going to commercial. Eddie even cracked a little joke about it.
+nbadude44 The whole thing was awkward. I think they expected him to say a whole lot more, but I think he was just ready for it all to be over.
Chris Rock has a great intro about how Eddie would be asked to stretch for time and always nail it. Then Eddie comes out and the camera lingers waiting for his to "stretch for time" and he just stands there.
I found that part pretty funny. I'm disappointed they didn't include it. His did a small "Let's try that again" joke and went back into his whole speech for a sec.
Guys Eddie Murphy is gonna host this year’s Christmas special
6 MORE DAYS!
Freddy Richards make that two!! 😁
Eddie Murphy and Chris Rock on the same stage, two legendary comics I grew up watching in the same shot on camera. Wow.
I never really sat back and reflected how Eddie Murphy affected the entire world everybody knows his name everyone has seen him he is such an icon of our generation hats off to you Eddie Murphy and your talents
He is a living legend !!!
They had wanted Eddie to make fun of Cosby. Eddie didn't want to kick a man when he was down. I wish Eddie did something more, but he picked to take the noble road. Can't blame him.
+GhettoMist But then made fun of him anyway later.
Super Saiyan Videl Yea without accusing him of anything. SNL wanted him to do that.
They should have asked Eddie to do his Stevie Wonder impersonation during Celeberty Jeopardy.
He made fun of him at the Mark Twain Awards.
I don't know how supporting a rapist is noble but alright
This man and Jim Carrey absolutely legends, I hope someday we'll see them in one movie.
Eddie seems like one of the nicest guy you'll ever meet
Eddie Murphy is and will always be the funniest comedian in all universes. G.O.A.T.
Eddie Murphy, best SNL cast member ever... hands down. Plus he seems like a real class act guy. Fun fact: he is NOT Irish!
I remember how funny he was back in the day. He was incredible. Me and my friends couldnt get enough of Delerious and Raw. Believe me, at the time nobody could touch him. One of the all time greats
EDDIE MURPHY WILL BE A LEGEND FOREVER!!!
Eddie Murphy will always be funny and make good projects .
Eddie AGES SO WELL OVER THE YEARS! 😊😊
Can tell Eddie got older and much more laid back... but back in the day man he was comedy King. Heard his sketches save the show from getting cancelled. SNL hero.
Please clap a few more times Chris
+Trexcw funny
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
+Trexcw You clearly have never seen him perform
This is pre-recorded man.
+TREXCW!- Terraria and More! Annoyed the shit out of me.
He’s the only reason I watched Saturday night live. I’m only twenty and I watched all the reruns and Eddie Murphy shows are the best. He’s my favorite comedian of all time. No one even comes close except for Richard Pryor.
Luvs me some Eddie Murphy, since he first was on the comedy radar. Also, we're from the same hometown, wow !
He is one of my favorite actors
Dam Eddies suit is A1 🔥🔥🔥
The man appreciates (and always has appreciated) a good suit. Witness the badass suit he wore in 48 Hours.
Brought so much joy to my life
People don't judge Eddie or any human on one video :) This man is a legend.
that speech was so good, when eddie came out, I clapped! LOL!
GREAT tribute to the mult- talented Eddie murphy by the always funny Chris rock!!! I'll never forget how Eddie took me and the world by storm when he first came out several years ago. First coming to prominence on career launching Saturday night live and then skyrocketing to superstardom by starting his incredible movie career with the huge classic 48hrs! Chris rock's admiration and respect for Eddie murphy has always been very well received by me and im very positive by the rest of the world. Always great to see that a huge comedy legend like Chris rock has not forgotten another huge comedy legend like Eddie. Eddie always shared his MARVELOUS talent with the world which will always deserve a state of the art tribute like the one Chris rock gave here.
It is a anti-climax Eddie Murphy didn't perform anything, but he was the guy who saved the show getting axed. I'm just surprised there was no mention of Richard Pryor. Who was on the early shows and is seen as the greatest comic ever.
They didn't mention it George Carlin either so yeah.
Were either Richard Pryor or George Carlin part of the SNL cast other than a guest? That's what Rock is saying.
He is?
Richard Pryor was never a cast member. Only a host once but it was gold.
***** they mentioned he was the hippiest dippest first weather host
For all of those calling this awkward...after you have created a 40+ year career, made millions, and cemented yourself as one of the best comedians in history only then do you have the right to criticize. Until then to steal a line from Eddie Murphy, "Have a Coke and a smile and shut the f#ck up!"
Lol well said!
Old as the crust in yo PANTIES
silly, Using your logic only former Presidents of the USA can criticize the President? Former NBA stars can criticize the League? etc I guess saying f==k is the wittiest thing you will every do
good one..
lol yes Ryan - well said.
Chris rock has such an iconic voice
Eddie is a real class act. Like a consummate performer. Well done Mr. Murphy.
Chris Rock nailed that intro to perfection.
If this dude Chris don't stop clapping his hands bruh😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Love Eddie Murphy!
December 21st SNL Host: Eddie Murphy!
He should have did more...it's like he's afraid to do stand up when he was one of the guys who made the medium what it is today, dats just so sad....Eddie Murphy is a living legend but he seems disconnected somehow, what happened to this brilliantly talented man?
He is funding and leading a non-profit that spreads the proper conjugation of the verb, "to do." He should have "done" more, but his current work is important, too!
They wanted him to do a Bill Cosby piece, but refused
Good job Eddie...they disrespected you too much for you to entertain them now! I appreciate you!
I am here after watching most of the show last night and from an article that said he was awkward. I like that he is an introverted genius, and i thought he said something sweet, simple, humble, like he wanted to share the spotlight with everyone who was part of snl throughout the years
Ppl said Eddie Murphy was the next Richard Pryor, and id say thats a huge compliment, Pryor is a legend..but Eddie exceeded expectations and took it to the next level... then it turned into so and so is the next Eddie Murphy... And it hasn't beem duplicated since, nobody says So and so is the next Chris Rock? The next Kevin Hart... They keep referring to Eddie Murphy, another great comedic legend 👏👏👏
The man who gave us our band name: The Clarences!!! Eddie is a comedic genius!!! xoxo The Clarences
People can talk trash about Eddie not doing much in his long awaited return to SNL but it was pretty cool to see him back on the SNL stage after so many years.
That tuxedo on Eddy is stunning.. just beautiful
I love eddies mom joke and the womans laugh in the bg lmao had me in tears
Thank you, for bringing Eddie, he was the first reason, I watched n stayed with SNL. Before Eddie, SNL was boring n politically stupid. Eddie had me, on the edge of my seat, when he showed up. He changed the scenery, better Thank you, Eddie!!! I watched the timeline of SNL, on Netflix (?). Before Eddie, it was redundant n I just stared blankly.
Chris rock literally took up 80% of the time that eddie had
And Will Smith slapped him for it.
Chris rock was born to know how to perform in front of a live crowd which he solidly proved in his "Never scared" concert which was funnier than it could've ever been! Great tribute to my favorite actor by Chris rock and knew exactly what to say about the comedy legend!!
i was lucky to be a young kid in the 80s when he was the biggest funniest star, even in french canada, watched Coming to America & Beverly Hills Cop countless times!!! i'm so glad he's still around looking great and doing stuff. living legend !!!
That was hilarious. Damn SNL you're killing getting the most hilarious writers who are writing the best stuff. So funny. And Eddie murphys clap game is on point. Such funny clapping.
It's Darkness Brother!!
I grew up watching him. Great memories! 💕
it is just good to see him! during Eddie Murphy's time, in the entire world, no one was more fascinating withiin the realm of entertainment.
He’ll be back on that stage Dec 21st!
Chris Rock: "I get $5 dollars for Cars, I get $10 dollars for Limos, what the hell is this? *gesturing at a cement truck* Eddie Murphy: "Heres $20, put next too a limo".. Love Bevilly Hills Cop. 1 and 2
We just person, excellent entertainer. God bless him.
I grew up watching U i luv u Eddie Murphy
Eddie Murphy is immortal... i can hear Donkey, Musho
Murphy is legend
part of my youth amazing movies
He looks good! All the clapping was funny! 😂😂 The most funniest to me on SNL was when he did hot tub the James Brown skit along with the presidential skit. One of my Cousins & I would stay up late & watch it with out getting caught 😂