From Stand-up to Animated Star: Eddie Murphy’s Rise to Fame
You know when you’re laughing so hard that your sides hurt, chances are it’s because the funny hilarious Eddie Murphy told a joke. This Hollywood superstar has made us laugh in hit movies like ‘Beverly Hills Cop,’ and ‘Coming to America.’ But did you know his career took an animated turn which made him even more famous around the globe? Yes, we’re talking about the lovable ‘Donkey’ from ‘Shrek’.
Roger Rabbit’s Almost Voice: A Missed Opportunity
Before we dive into his animated success, here’s a fun fact. Eddie Murphy could have been the voice of the legendary animated character ‘Roger Rabbit’! It sounds too good to be true, right? Well, that could have been a reality, but Murphy was skeptical about the mix of animation and live-action in the film. He even told Jimmy Fallon during an episode of The Tonight Show about letting go of the chance. Looking back now, you can tell he wishes he had never said no. But oh well, we all have our moments of ‘What ifs’.
Back on Track with Shrek
But don’t worry, Murphy wasn’t left behind in the animation world. He voiced ‘Donkey’ in the ‘Shrek’ films and let’s just say, he nailed it! It’s not just the fans who love his role, it actually gave his career a fantastic boost. Missing out on ‘Roger Rabbit’ might have been a regret, but voicing Donkey proved to be a silver lining and a game-changer! The charming character showed Murphy’s genius in giving life to characters through voice. It’s safe to say his career got back into full swing with Shrek.
Nicole Murphy- Proud to Wear the Name
While we’re talking about Murphy’s, let’s shift our focus to Nicole Murphy, Eddie’s ex-wife. She gets a lot of flak online for keeping the ‘Murphy’ surname. Some folks think she’s just using it for fame. But in an interview with Comedy Hype, Nicole defended her decision. Guess what, she’s been part of Eddie’s life for 13 years and they have five kids together! She deserves to keep the name she shared with Eddie for so long.
Nicole is more than just the ‘ex-wife of Eddie Murphy’. She’s an accomplished model and producer, she doesn’t need to ride on anyone’s coattails. Having the Murphy name is something she’s proud of, and she may or may not change it in the future. Let’s just leave it at that.
To Wrap It Up
Eddie Murphy’s journey in Hollywood is extraordinary, studded with hits, misses and lessons learned. His decision to voice Donkey in ‘Shrek’ turned out to be a brilliant move. It’s an example of how it’s never too late to try something different and succeed.
So remember, when you’re watching ‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’ on Apple TV or Disney+, it’s easy to appreciate the role played by Bob Hoskins. But imagine how it might have been if Eddie Murphy had been the one to voice Roger Rabbit, makes you wonder, doesn’t it? And who knows, it may have changed the entire landscape of Eddie’s career.
At the end of the day, life is about the journey, not just the destination. Eddie Murphy’s journey—from Hollywood films to ‘Shrek’ stardom, and dealing with choices and regrets—also illustrates that. What a fascinating story, right? He’s a legend who keeps teaching us that life is full of chances and it’s up to us to seize them!
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