On October 22, the trailer for the highly anticipated Eddie Murphy family documentary, Being Eddie, was released, offering fans a candid glimpse into the actor’s life at his sprawling home with his large blended family. At 64, Eddie Murphy reveals a side rarely seen by the public, focusing on his role as a devoted father of ten children while continuing to maintain his legendary career in Hollywood.
Scenes from Home Capture Family Moments and Togetherness
The trailer opens with a sweeping aerial shot of Murphy’s residence, where he lives with his partner, Paige Butcher. In one intimate sequence, Butcher is visible in the background as the family gathers in the kitchen and dining area to share a meal. This portrayal highlights Murphy’s commitment to family life, emphasizing his transformation from a raw comedic performer into a dedicated family man.
He went from being the raw guy to the family guy,
Tracee Ellis Ross comments on Murphy’s evolution as a father.
A Complex Family Tree: Meet Eddie Murphy’s Children
Eddie Murphy’s children come from multiple relationships, forming a large and diverse family network. From his first relationship with Paulette McNeely, he shares eldest son Eric, now 36. His marriage to Nicole Mitchell Murphy produced daughters Bria (35), Shayne (31), Zola (25), Bella (23), and son Myles (32). Other children include Christian, 34, with ex-girlfriend Tamara Hood; daughter Angel, 18, with former partner Mel B; and youngest children Izzy, 9, and Max, 6, with current partner Paige Butcher.
Murphy’s Thoughts on Fatherhood and His Children
In a 2021 interview with Marc Maron on the WTF podcast, Murphy opened up about his gratitude toward his children, describing them as “normal people” who do not fit the stereotype of privileged celebrity offspring. He expressed his pride and luck in being a father to a diverse group of well-rounded children.
I am so blessed with my kids,
Murphy remarked.
I don’t have one bad seed. I don’t have any like, ‘Oh you are the one.’ I don’t have any of that. My kids are so great, normal people — and nobody is like the Hollywood jerk kid.
He added,
My kids are smart and are trying to do stuff. I am blessed with my kids. I really, really got lucky.
What to Expect from “Being Eddie”: A Career and Legacy Explored
The documentary delves deep into Murphy’s extraordinary journey in entertainment, featuring exclusive interviews with the star himself, along with commentary from fellow comedians and Hollywood insiders. It offers an intimate portrait of his nearly 50-year career, showcasing Murphy’s ability to break barriers and reinvent genres in comedy and film.
Alongside clips of his family life, fans will see Murphy reflecting on his work, including scenes such as him relaxing on his couch and declaring:
The best show on television is Ridiculousness.
Comedian Pete Davidson reacts to this moment, humorously noting,
I love that he’s sitting around watching Ridiculousness. That’s f***ing hilarious.
Highlighting Murphy’s Versatility and Enduring Stardom
The official synopsis praises Murphy’s unmatched career achievements, pointing out that no other actor has successfully portrayed a cop, doctor, and even a donkey, while maintaining A-list status for over four decades without succumbing to Hollywood’s pitfalls. The film is directed by two-time Oscar winner Angus Wall, who captures Murphy’s rare combination of raw talent, focused ambition, and introspective nature.
No actor has ever played a cop, a doctor and a donkey — and dominated every facet of Hollywood he’s touched,
the synopsis states.
Fewer still have been an A-list celebrity for over four decades, and never succumbed to its darker side. Murphy’s unusual combination of explosive charisma, focused ambition, raw talent, and deep-set circumspection puts him in a league of his own, and is on full display in Being Eddie, directed by two-time Oscar® winner Angus Wall.
Tributes from Hollywood Icons Celebrate Murphy’s Influence
The film also features testimonials from leading figures in comedy and entertainment, including Dave Chappelle, Jamie Foxx, Tracee Ellis Ross, Jerry Seinfeld, Reginald Hudlin, and others. These peers underscore how Murphy’s career has inspired generations of performers and brought groundbreaking innovations to the industry. For the first time publicly, Murphy invites audiences inside his home to explore the life and motivations that have shaped his remarkable career.
The documentary gathers comedy and Hollywood legends like Dave Chappelle, Tracee Ellis Ross, Jamie Foxx, Jerry Seinfeld, Reginald Hudlin and more to celebrate the Oscar®-nominated actor and his nearly 50-year career that’s seen him break barriers, invent genres and inspire generations of talent. For the first time ever, Murphy invites the public into his home to revisit his breathtaking body of work, all the while revealing the dazzling interior life that has long driven — and grounded — this once-in-a-century star.
Release Date and Viewing Information
Being Eddie will be available for streaming on Netflix starting November 12. This documentary promises to offer a serious and revealing look at Eddie Murphy’s life beyond his public persona, capturing both his Hollywood achievements and the intimate realities of his family dynamics.
