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EDDIE MURPHY DECIDES TO RETIRE
July 2nd 2008 06:47
Eddie Murphy has announced to ExtraTV that after his next film, Meet Dave which will be released in July,
Murphy holds the position as the highest grossing film star in history, having a total of 33 films to date. In only the US, his films have grossed over $3.4 billion, averaging a massive $104 million per film.
Murphy has received Golden Globe nominations for best actor in a comedy or musical for his performances in Beverly Hills Cop, Trading Places, and The Nutty Professor. In 2007, he won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of soul singer James ''Thunder' Early in Dreamgirls. He received a received a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for this same role.
He has declined the offer of being in Beverly Hills Cop IV as he believes: 'the role wasn’t ready to be done’. Finally, here's a star that is willing to say no to a sequel because they are concerned about its quality. He admitted that he did Beverly Hills Cop III mostly because of the large irresistible fee he received.
I guess this means that we’re likely to see more of him on SNL and other similar programs.
Here’s a Raw sample if you would like a reminder (language warning):
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Comment by Maribeth
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Comment by Tracy
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I'm not a huge fan, I don't dislike him, I just think he's OK. But his biography is definitely impressive.
I was pretty surprised by this news.
I'm not a fan of his stand-up stuff either...
Thanks for popping in,
Tracy
Comment by Tracy
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I thought I would reply together as you both seem relieved by the news...you're not Eddie fans?!!
Byee
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Sounds like this is perfect news for you then!
Enjoy
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Here's my two sources: worstpreviews and ExtraTV.
Hmm, what's happening? That's showbiz I guess...
Thanks for the info, JD.
Tracy
Comment by Jarrah
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He hasn't had a great leading role in movie in a long time though.
I thought after Dreamgirls, he might start getting some real offers, what a shame.
That said, stand-up is what he does best, hope he can still do it!
Hope he goes on a world tour!
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Eddie Murphy says he is not retiring.
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Comment by Tracy
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Looks like I’ve been gazumped. It seems like people were keen for him to return to the stand-up stage but it's definitely not going to happen.
Hope you're not too disappointed Kylie and Jarrah.
Ah well, it was nice talking to you all
Damo, thanks for the info,
Tracy
Comment by peeker
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Yea, it seemed like one of those rumors that just can't be true. Even if Eddie didn't deny it, I wouldn't believe that he would actually retire from acting at his age and popularity.
Nice post though, didn't know some of that info about Eddie Murphy...
Cya around, keep it up
//peeker
Comment by Tracy
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Good to see you. I did wonder why it wasn't bigger news but after reading at least three sources, I assumed it was hot off the press and more announcements would follow. Alas, not to be...
Ah well, as you said, I've learnt things about Eddie I didn't know before.
And it seems that he has a huge following as a stand-up comedian as well as actor. It's always good to have options
Byeee
Comment by Mr Nice Guy
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It's nice though (when you're on top of the fiscal heap) to take the high moral stand on a lot of things really.
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Thats what I get for getting my news from some blog.
What a shame.
Yes that is Raw, in his famous 'RAW' suit.
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