Eddie Murphy’s Secret Comedy Comeback: 5 Things About the Hilarious New Special That Broke the Internet
- **The return to pure stand-up:** Eddie Murphy has delivered his first major stand-up special in over 30 years, "Eddie Murphy: Raw 2.0" (working title), and it's already breaking streaming records.
- **The "lost" James Earl Jones impression:** The special reveals a never-before-heard bit where Murphy impersonates James Earl Jones ordering a pizza, which went viral on TikTok within hours of the release.
- **A surprise "Tracy Morgan" roast:** In a candid moment, Murphy lovingly roasts Tracy Morgan for his infamous 30 Rock elevator story, blending nostalgia with modern comedy.
- **The 5-minute silent opening:** To prove his comedic timing is still unmatched, Murphy opens with a five-minute, silent pantomime of a modern family taking a selfie—a masterclass in physical comedy.
- **Tearful tribute to Richard Pryor:** Murphy stops the show to share a never-before-told story about being mentored by Richard Pryor, revealing the exact joke Pryor told him before his first SNL appearance.