Eddie Murphy Honored with AFI Life Achievement Award

Hollywood legend Eddie Murphy is set to receive the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award, a prestigious recognition of his influential career in film, television, and comedy. The award will be presented during a gala at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on April 18, 2026.

Hollywood star Eddie Murphy has been named the recipient of the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award, the highest honor for a career in film. The accolade will be presented at a gala tribute ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on April 18, 2026, the organization announced.

Kathleen Kennedy, Chair of the AFI Board of Trustees, celebrated Murphy as an "American icon" and emphasized his vast influence in film, television, and stand-up comedy. Kennedy noted that his versatility has left a lasting impact on culture, inspiring artists and audiences for decades.

Renowned for his roles in various blockbusters and critical acclaim in dramatic and comedic performances, Murphy remains one of the most successful actors in Hollywood. His recent projects include Netflix's "Being Eddie," Amazon's "The Pickup," and his iconic return in "Coming 2 America."

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