Eddie Murphy’s “racist” joke bombshell revealed.
Eddie Murphy is back in the spotlight, and he’s bringing the heat.
Eddie Murphy speaks out!
In a candid interview, the legendary comedian didn’t hold back.
Eddie Murphy slams David Spade!
He blasted David Spade for a 1995 “Saturday Night Live” joke.
Murphy called the joke a “cheap shot” and “racist.”
Murphy recalls painful ‘SNL’ moment.
The joke in question was about Murphy’s 1995 film “Vampire in Brooklyn.”
The film had bombed at the box office, and Spade took notice.
Spade’s controversial joke resurfaces.
During a “Hollywood Minute” sketch, Spade quipped, “Look children, it’s a falling star, make a wish.”
This jab did not sit well with Murphy, who felt betrayed by his “SNL” family.
Eddie Murphy’s candid NYT interview.
Murphy, now 63, reflected on this incident during a New York Times podcast.
“They used to be relentless on me,” Murphy said. “A lot of it was racist stuff.”
“Yo, it’s in-house! I’m one of the family, and you’re f—— with me like that?” Murphy exclaimed.
The comedian, who saved “SNL” from cancellation in the early ’80s, felt it was a personal attack.
“I’m the biggest thing that ever came off that show,” Murphy said, clearly wounded.
Eddie Murphy’s impact on ‘SNL’.
Murphy had every right to feel stung. His impact on “SNL” was monumental.
Rising to fame from 1980 to 1984, Murphy was a game-changer for the show.
Spade’s joke hits Murphy’s legacy.
But Spade’s joke wasn’t just a jab at Murphy’s film—it was a hit to his legacy.
“It was personal. It was like, ‘Yo, how could you do that?’ My career? Really?”
Murphy stayed away from “SNL” for years after that infamous sketch.
Murphy returns to ‘SNL’ in 2015.
His first return was in 2015, during the show’s 40th anniversary.
Despite the pain, Murphy has made peace with Spade and “SNL” creator Lorne Michaels.
“In the long run, it’s all good,” Murphy told the NYT.
He emphasized, “I’m cool with David Spade. Cool with Lorne Michaels.”
Spade opens up in memoir.
In his 2015 memoir, “Almost Interesting,” Spade opened up about the backlash.
Spade remembered dodging Murphy’s calls the Monday after the episode aired.
When he finally called Murphy back, Chris Rock listened in on the call.
Spade recalled Murphy’s fury: “David Spade, who the f— do you think you are?!!”
Spade left speechless by Murphy.
Spade confessed he was left speechless, unable to defend himself.
He admitted he was desperate to impress his bosses and keep his job.
Murphy makes peace with past.
Murphy’s pain was evident, but he’s moved on, making peace with the past.
“It’s all love,” Murphy concluded, a testament to his resilience and growth.
Murphy’s legacy remains intact, but the sting of betrayal will never be forgotten.
Fans can appreciate the raw honesty from both Murphy and Spade.