Eddie Murphy is an American comedian and actor born in 1961 in New York City. He began performing comedy at a young age in youth clubs. Murphy gained fame on Saturday Night Live in the late 1970s and early 1980s, where he was nominated for two Emmy Awards. His film debut in 1982's 48 Hrs. was successful and he became popular for his roles in comedy films like Beverly Hills Cop in the mid-1980s. The presenter's favorite Eddie Murphy film is Meet Dave for his comedic acting abilities like mimicry and charm.