During a recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, comedy legend Eddie Murphy reflected on his iconic James Brown sketch on Saturday Night Live (SNL). The conversation between Murphy and Fallon was filled with laughter and reminiscing as they discussed some of the most memorable moments from their careers.
Murphy, known for his incredible comedic talent, was warmly welcomed by Fallon and the audience. The conversation quickly turned to Murphy’s time on SNL and his sketch as James Brown. Fallon expressed his admiration for Murphy and shared how he looked up to him as a comedian.
The discussion took an unexpected turn as Murphy revealed that he hadn’t realized the show was being filmed at 30 Rock until just before the interview. This led to a humorous exchange about Murphy’s previous experiences in the building and his long absence from it.
Fallon took the opportunity to praise Murphy for his impact on his own comedy career. He even revealed that he had a poster of Murphy as a host on SNL hanging in his office for inspiration. The poster was from a time when Murphy had to fill in as the host after the scheduled host, Nick Nolte, canceled last minute. Fallon shared how they had Photoshopped Murphy’s headshot onto Nolte’s body, creating a hilarious and memorable poster.
The conversation then shifted to some of the other iconic characters Murphy portrayed on SNL, such as Mr. Robinson and Buckwheat. Murphy revealed that he had decided to retire the Buckwheat character after constantly being recognized as the beloved character on the street. The decision was met with both amusement and disappointment from his fellow cast members.
Murphy also shared an interesting encounter with the late James Brown himself. He recounted how Brown had given him financial advice, urging him to bury his money in the woods to avoid government interference. Although the advice may seem unusual, Murphy remembered the conversation fondly as a unique moment in his career.
Throughout the interview, it was evident that Murphy and Fallon shared a mutual respect and admiration for each other’s work. They laughed and joked while reminiscing about their favorite moments from SNL and Murphy’s iconic sketches.
As the conversation concluded, Fallon couldn’t resist asking Murphy about the possibility of a stand-up comeback. Murphy explained that it would take a significant amount of time and dedication to develop a new act. He acknowledged the pressure to meet the audience’s expectations and the challenge of regaining his comedic rhythm.
In true Eddie Murphy fashion, the conversation ended with a lighthearted discussion about his infamous choice of outfits during his performances. Murphy confessed that his outrageous leather suits were inspired by his fascination with Elvis. He even joked about making a grand entrance in a leather suit if he ever made a stand-up comeback.
Eddie Murphy‘s appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon was a delightful trip down memory lane. The two comedians shared laughter, stories, and a mutual appreciation for each other’s talents. It served as a reminder of Murphy’s impact on the comedy world and left audiences eagerly anticipating his next move.
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