40 Years Ago: Buckwheat Is Shot, and ‘Saturday Night Live’ Is There40 Years Ago: Buckwheat Is Shot, and ‘Saturday Night Live’ Is ThereEddie Murphy helped kill off one of the show's most popular characters in March 1983.Dennis PerkinsDennis Perkins
When Eddie Murphy and Joe Piscopo Teamed Up to Take Down ‘Ebony and Ivory’When Eddie Murphy and Joe Piscopo Teamed Up to Take Down ‘Ebony and Ivory’Stevie Wonder and Frank Sinatra give new spin on Paul McCartney's hit song.Dennis PerkinsDennis Perkins
Eddie Murphy Set to Star in George Clinton BiopicEddie Murphy Set to Star in George Clinton BiopicIt's reportedly a "passion project" for the comedian. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
Who’s That Singing Prince’s ‘Gett Off’ in ‘Coming 2 America’?Who’s That Singing Prince’s ‘Gett Off’ in ‘Coming 2 America’?Singer-songwriter, dancer and model Teyana Taylor’s star moment in comedy sequel wasn’t part of the script.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
40 Years Ago: Eddie Murphy Makes His First ‘SNL’ Appearance40 Years Ago: Eddie Murphy Makes His First ‘SNL’ AppearanceAs a background extra with zero lines, the comedian's first screen time gave no hint of his future stardom. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
The Tom Petty Song That ‘Really Pissed Off’ Eddie MurphyThe Tom Petty Song That ‘Really Pissed Off’ Eddie MurphyBob Dylan co-written lyrics allude to a bevy of late '80s hot-button topics.Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
37 Years Ago: ‘SNL’ Kills Buckwheat and Skewers the News Media37 Years Ago: ‘SNL’ Kills Buckwheat and Skewers the News MediaThe late-night show featured sensationalized "news coverage" surrounding the assassination of Eddie Murphy's popular character. Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
Eddie Murphy Brings Gumby, Mr. Robinson, Buckwheat Back to ‘SNL’Eddie Murphy Brings Gumby, Mr. Robinson, Buckwheat Back to ‘SNL’‘80s superstar brings back Mr. Robinson, Gumby, Buckwheat and Velvet Jones characters.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
Eddie Murphy’s Most Memorable ‘SNL’ CharactersEddie Murphy’s Most Memorable ‘SNL’ CharactersFrom Buckwheat to Gumby, a look back at some of the funniest moments from 'SNL''s breakout '80s star.Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
How Eddie Murphy Became the Fifth BeatleHow Eddie Murphy Became the Fifth BeatleClarence Walker claimed the Fab Four were once a quintet, until they fired him and stole his songs. Dave LiftonDave Lifton