Just don't expect him to perform at the ceremony.

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His remarks at the end of Chris Rock's Saturday Night Live tribute may have been too short (and serious) for fans' liking, but Eddie Murphy's has made enough punchlines in his career to receive a prestigious honor.

Today the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts announced its plans to present Murphy, the star of Beverly Hills Cop, Shrek, and Coming to America, with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. According to the news release, the annual prize is named for "a fearless observer of society, who startled many while delighting and informing many more with his uncompromising perspective on social justice and personal folly."

Previous award recipients include Tina Fey, Richard Pryor, Steve Martin, and George Carlin. So as the star of Saturday Night Live, groundbreaking stand-up specials, and blockbusters, Murphy, 54, will be in good company. The gala honoring the star will be held Oct. 18 and recorded for broadcast.

iI'm so proud of my favorite all time comedian! It's very well deserved. I remember when I attended his tribute on Spke Tv. It was a very classy event.

Eddie named his first live movie after his favorite artist 's MEGA hit "Delirious" from the multi platinum album "1999".....

eddie murphy funny, sassy and cutie

Beyond deserving.....and I still feel he was ROBBED @ the Oscars years ago...

Exactly! I worked in the movie "DreamGirls". saw firsthand how Eddie worked his ass off.. But winning an Oscar isn't everything if your b---. But it seems to be working for Octavia Spencer.

Good for Eddie. The last good movie? "Boomerang". The last funny movie? Tie between "RAW" and "The Golden Child".

thedoorkeeper said:

Quick - off the top of your head - what was the last movie of Eddie Murphys you thought was funny?

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thedoorkeeper said:

Quick - off the top of your head - what was the last movie of Eddie Murphys you thought was funny? Drawing a blank? Yeah its been a loooong time since he made a funny movie.

That still doesn't take away that, Eddie is a comedic genius. That deserves recognition, and paved the way for comedians like, funny for no reason Kevin Hart.

thedoorkeeper said:

Quick - off the top of your head - what
was the last movie of Eddie Murphys you
thought was funny?
Drawing a blank?
Yeah its been a loooong time since he
made a funny movie.

KCOOLMUZIQ said:

Exactly! I worked in the movie "DreamGirls". saw firsthand how Eddie worked his ass off.. But winning an Oscar isn't everything if your b---. But it seems to be working for Octavia Spencer.

Octavia is getting roles becuz she's a Great actress, great to work with and she has longterm friendships with Good'OL Boy Directors/Producers..She'll probably be the First Black actress to win a 2nd Oscar..Networking/Making friends, playing the Game is what showbizness is all about...

thedoorkeeper said:

Quick - off the top of your head - what was the last movie of Eddie Murphys you thought was funny? Drawing a blank? Yeah its been a loooong time since he made a funny movie.

I think you meant it's been a long time since he had a HIT flick..

Chancellor said:

KCOOLMUZIQ said:

Exactly! I worked in the movie "DreamGirls". saw firsthand how Eddie worked his ass off.. But winning an Oscar isn't everything if your b---. But it seems to be working for Octavia Spencer.

Octavia is getting roles becuz she's a Great actress, great to work with and she has longterm friendships with Good'OL Boy Directors/Producers..She'll probably be the First Black actress to win a 2nd Oscar..Networking/Making friends, playing the Game is what showbizness is all about...

Your right about that. I met Octavia she's VERY approachable. She also hasn't let her Oscar win go to her head either.

thedoorkeeper said:

Quick - off the top of your head - what was the last movie of Eddie Murphys you thought was funny? Drawing a blank? Yeah its been a loooong time since he made a funny movie.

I agree - "RAW" was the last time Eddie had me rolling. But folks change as they get older.

Yesterday, the Oscar nominated Eddie Murphy and his girlfriend Paige Butcher were spotted doing a little courtside kissing during the Lakers game at the Staples Center.

The couple watched the Dallas Mavericks defeat the Lakers (120-106) while sippin on a few soft drinks....not their normal java.

Coming down the pipeline, Eddie is set to play Richard Pryor's father, LeRoy Pryor, in the upcoming Lee Daniels-directed biopic and Beverly Hills Cop is getting a 4th installment!

Can't wait!

KCOOLMUZIQ said:

Yesterday, the Oscar nominated Eddie Murphy and his girlfriend Paige Butcher were spotted doing a little courtside kissing during the Lakers game at the Staples Center.

The couple watched the Dallas Mavericks defeat the Lakers (120-106) while sippin on a few soft drinks....not their normal java.

Coming down the pipeline, Eddie is set to play Richard Pryor's father, LeRoy Pryor, in the upcoming Lee Daniels-directed biopic and Beverly Hills Cop is getting a 4th installment!

Can't wait!

I'm glad Lee reached out to Eddie...The Pryor Biopic is destined for Oscar Nominations (unless Hollywood plans on Hating on Oprah again)....And I like Eddie's shoes in that pic...I'd sport'em...

Yes his kicks are nice. I'm glad to see him in a happy relationship too.

Chancellor said:

KCOOLMUZIQ said:

Yesterday, the Oscar nominated Eddie Murphy and his girlfriend Paige Butcher were spotted doing a little courtside kissing during the Lakers game at the Staples Center.

The couple watched the Dallas Mavericks defeat the Lakers (120-106) while sippin on a few soft drinks....not their normal java.

Coming down the pipeline, Eddie is set to play Richard Pryor's father, LeRoy Pryor, in the upcoming Lee Daniels-directed biopic and Beverly Hills Cop is getting a 4th installment!

Can't wait!

I'm glad Lee reached out to Eddie...The Pryor Biopic is destined for Oscar Nominations (unless Hollywood plans on Hating on Oprah again)....And I like Eddie's shoes in that pic...I'd sport'em...

The Pryor movie is going to be EPIC! Eddie has great swag & style. I would rob his closet any day.

I like how Oprah has reignited her acting career! Richard Pryor's grandmother, ran a brothal as a whorehouse madam. This is a juicy, raunchy role for her. Like you never seen her before.