Eddie Murphy’s Most Memorable ‘SNL’ CharactersEddie Murphy’s Most Memorable ‘SNL’ CharactersFrom Buckwheat to Gumby, a look back at some of the funniest moments from 'SNL''s breakout '80s star.Corey IrwinCorey Irwin
When Eddie Murphy Debuted Velvet Jones on ‘Saturday Night Live’When Eddie Murphy Debuted Velvet Jones on ‘Saturday Night Live’The pimp-turned-pitchman was one of the star's most beloved characters.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
When Eddie Murphy Premiered Buckwheat on ‘Saturday Night Live’When Eddie Murphy Premiered Buckwheat on ‘Saturday Night Live’One of the comedian's most beloved 'SNL' characters was an adult version of the Little Rascal.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
When ‘Mr. Robinson’s Neighborhood’ Premiered on ‘Saturday Night Live’When ‘Mr. Robinson’s Neighborhood’ Premiered on ‘Saturday Night Live’Eddie Murphy transported children's television to the ghetto.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
Why Eddie Murphy Stayed Away From ‘Saturday Night Live’ for So LongWhy Eddie Murphy Stayed Away From ‘Saturday Night Live’ for So LongStar didn't appear on the show that made him famous for 31 years.Dave LiftonDave Lifton