Murphy, 64, has been a force in entertainment for nearly 50 years, as a teenage stand-up phenomenon, on television as a part of the Saturday Night Live cast, and in film where he’s ruled the box ...

The comedian and Oscar-nominated actor will receive the 51st AFI Life Achievement Award at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on April 18, 2026.

Eddie Murphy has been selected to receive the 51st AFI Life Achievement Award on April 18, 2026. Starring on the humorous sketch show, “Saturday Night Live,” helped propel Murphy to stardom and a ...

Eddie Murphy is being celebrated with a life achievement award from the American Film Institute, AFI's board of trustees said Friday. The award will be handed out at a gala tribute in Los Angeles, at ...

Eddie Murphy, the legendary actor and stand-up comedian, will receive the AFI Life Achievement Award, America’s highest honor for a career in film, the American Film Institute’s board of trustees ...