Eddie Murphy Declares He Laid the Groundwork for Action Comedy that Elevated Arnold Schwarzenegger to Fame

Legendary actor Eddie Murphy, now at the age of 64, confidently proclaims himself as the reigning king of the action-comedy realm. His rise to prominence began with his role on the iconic “Saturday Night Live” in the early 1980s, followed by his first major film appearances in seminal works like 1982’s “48 Hrs.,” 1984’s “Beverly Hills Cop,” and 1988’s “Coming to America.” Over four decades later, Murphy is set to star in Amazon MGM Studios’ upcoming project, “The Pickup,” sharing the screen with Keke Palmer and Pete Davidson. In a candid conversation with Al Roker on “The Today Show,” Murphy reminisced about his celebrated career, highlighting how films like “48 Hrs.” laid the groundwork for future action-comedy successes. While some fans embraced his pioneering assertion, others viewed it as somewhat egotistical. As he continues to adapt, Murphy is focusing on age-appropriate roles and future projects, including a biopic centered on George Clinton.

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