Eddie Murphy Background information Born: Edward Regan Murphy April 3, 1961 (age 52) Brooklyn, New York, United States Died: Cause of death: Alternate names: Occupation(s): Stand-up comedian, actor, writer, singer, director, and musician Years active: 1976-present Spouse(s): Nicole Mitchell (1993-2006) Tracey Edmonds (2008; unofficial) Partner(s): Melanie Brown (2006-2007) Children: Christian (with Tamara Hood), Eric (with Paulette McNeely), Bria, Myles, Shayne, Zola, Bella (with Mitchell), and Angel (with Brown)

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Edward Regan "Eddie" Murphy (born April 3, 1961) is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, singer, director, and musician who is best known for his frequent comedic roles in films and on television, most namingly, Donkey in the Shrek franchise. In 1998, Murphy made his Disney debut as Mushu in Mulan, this role gained him praise for his naturally comedic voice work. In 2003, he starred in The Haunted Mansion as lead star Jim Evers.