Eddie didn't turn into an introvert. He has always been one. Sometimes some of the greats are dynamic on stage but very shy off stage. Michael Jackson, Prince, Eddie Murphy etc.

I think it’s important to remember that Eddie Murphy is a quiet person

I wasn't surprised that Eddie did not do any skits or jokes, the fact that he came back on the stage after 30+ years is huge. At this point, Eddie doesn't have to be funny anymore, he spent so many years entertaining us so he can relax now and do his other passions. Chris Rock did great with this tribute.

"Eddie saved SNL" Oh boy, that was honest.😂😂😂

The Legend says that Chris still claps until today

He stayed away from drugs and alcohol and he's still relevant, one and only.

Eddie Murphy was classy in that monologue. He acknowledged Chris Rock with a hug. He was gracious and humble, not cocky.

Eddie DID save SNL in the early 80’s. Love him.

Can't believe how old he is. What they say is true: "Black don't crack". Eddie still looks fantastic and he's probably in his 60's.

EDDIE WAS BY FAR THE FUNNIEST CAST MEMBER EVER!!!!! Loved the 70's and 80's and early 90s cast but EDDIE was that Dude!!!!!

Eddie's suit is so fresh I can't even hear what he's saying.

eddies suit tough WHAT an amazing tailoring fabrick just wao

Take a shot for each time Chris rock claps his hands.

I LOVED that he was heartfelt and genuine and didn’t do schtick. He has NOTHING left to prove. He wanted to say thank you. He wanted to show his appreciation for all THEIR appreciation, and for the incredible life the show and fans gave him. It was moving. It was real. It was Eddie. LONG LIVE THE RAW KING ❤️

I have to give love to Chris Rock, a damn funny comedian in his own right...he's got a unique delivery and timing unlike anyone else

Give Eddie Murphy some slack. Maybe he doesn't want to be funny all his life. He did his job well. I laughed at his movies and stand ups. It is ok not trying to be funny anymore. Thanks for the laughs

This man is an absolute legend and without him there would be no current SNL and I can't wait to see him hosting this week.

I’ll lay this comment down because tomorrow Eddie Murphy is back in his glory.

Eddie Murphy in the early '80s. Untouchable. The comedy equivalent of Led Zeppelin.

That was a great introduction 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. Can’t for Dolomite on Netflix. His style of comedy is just pure artwork

A man that will always dress impeccably whenever in the spotlight. Greatest comedian ever!

Love Eddie Murphy, easily one of the best comics of all time. Well done tribute by Chris Rock.

Young kids of today will never know how funny Eddy Murphy was and still is

Why i love eddie murphy as a person is because hes humble he didnt turn unto buddy love like jerry lewis did . he seems humbled at the fact so many love what he can do pure comedy magic from a genius

Chris Rock killed that shyt 🔥🔥🔥 and Eddie is simply a BOSS legendary

Anyone whose followed Eddie's career since the early 80's knows He doesn't have anything to prove. SNL, Delirious, Coming To America, Harlem Nights (Directed & Screen Written/Story by Eddie OMFG!!!!!!!), Beverly Hills Cop 2, Boomerang, Vampire in Brooklyn, The Distinguished Gentleman, The Nutty Professor, The PJ's, & Life are timeless classics. Eddie Murphy took comedy to another Universe via Directing films/Screen Writing/Acting/Stand Up, etc. No other Comedian has the range creatively, nor has innovated comedy more than Eddie. If comedy had a GOAT? Pound for pound I'm picking Eddie Murphy, hands down!

Eddie Murphy is a Comic Genius a Legend...his SNL skits are etched in most of our minds...he deserved the standing ovation and presentation he received from Chris Rock and Current/ former Comics of SNL..everyone did a great job..and many were missed who could not be there

The whole reason I watched the SNL reunion was to see my favorite performers on that stage again do their thing just one last time. I wanted Mr. Robinson, I wanted the Church Lady, I wanted Baba Wawa. I wanted Pat and the Sweeny Sisters and Gerald Ford....but with very few exceptions...that didn't happen. Murphy probably hasn't thought about Mr. Robsinon's Neighborhood or Gumby or Buckwheat in 30 years. Instead of trying to entertain us in a way that he no longer does, he instead accepted the love of the audience....and they rose to their feel before he said even one word. I found myself rising off the couch and clapping too...and then felt a bit silly as I was in my own living room alone. I don't think anyone else got that kind of applause, except when they paid tribute to the ones who had passed on. Eddie Murphy will always be one of my favorites, even if doesn't do it anymore...he once did...and that is good enough for me.

He is reserved.He is creative and very artistic! He gives back to others in his profession and he loves his family!

Eddie paved the way for all comedians. He have them hope & inspired them to do great. So talented!

Eddie Murphy: the greatest SNL cast member of all time.

"There is no next Eddie Murphy".❤️

Eddie is a legend. he's humble and a great actor.

He really is a legend when you think about it. I never thought about it.. long live the SNL king!!

How does Eddie still look the same.

They had wanted Eddie to make fun of Cosby. Eddie didn't want to kick a man when he was down. I wish Eddie did something more, but he picked to take the noble road. Can't blame him.

Eddie Murphy - King - Legend - The MJ of Comedy

So your tellin me you didnt bust out laughing when he said "Give it up for Eddie!"

Chris Rock clasps his hands together (not counting actual clapping) around 64 times. I had to count, it was driving me crazy.

Please clap a few more times Chris

Guys Eddie Murphy is gonna host this year’s Christmas special

Absolutely fantastic to see Eddie back.

I never really sat back and reflected how Eddie Murphy affected the entire world everybody knows his name everyone has seen him he is such an icon of our generation hats off to you Eddie Murphy and your talents

Fun fact: When this aired live, the broadcasters must've been sleeping because they awkwardly held the camera on Eddie for a few extra seconds before actually going to commercial. Eddie even cracked a little joke about it.

A standing ovation for Eddie. As it should be!

I enjoyed this. Don't know why you guys are on Eddie so much. As far as I'm concerned he doesn't have to say shit. The guy is a legend, what more do you want from him. He can't be a 23 year old red jumpsuit wearing comic doing Mr. T jokes for the rest of his life. Let the past be exactly what it is, the past.

Eddie Murphy and Chris Rock on the same stage, two legendary comics I grew up watching in the same shot on camera. Wow.

Bow down to the Legendary Eddie Murphy 🙌 👏

Hrmm.. Why the big headlines everywhere saying Eddie can't be funny anymore,.. how awkward it was, etc etc. ? -- He wasn't trying to do standup here, he was being honored among many others and he just expressed his appreciation. Eddie Murphy is the godfather of our time (still living) of Comedy. Most comedians in the US will say Eddie Murphy was a big influence in their careers. Why Eddie has chosen to not perform standup for so long I have no clue. He's a very rich man, and highly intelligent. I think he's just enjoyed a "normal" life with money at this point. But, make no doubt about it.. Eddie murphy is 1st) A genius writer of comedy.. and 2) A natural phenomena of standup (conveying his material). You can give two different people the same exact material and one can bomb and the other have a standing ovation. One thing is for sure -- Eddie murphy found the fountain of youth somewhere a loooong time ago. He looks like he's aging at about 1 year per 5! I did read a while back that Eddie has been writing all these years and plans on doing standup at some point in the future. He has 8 (EIGHT) Kids.. The youngest born in 2007. The next youngest in 2002. I would guess he would go back to some standup when his 2002 kid who is 13 ish now gets just a little older. And definitely do it when all of his kids are out of the house. He's 53 now.. So has , in the comedy world, 15-20 years left (maybe more considering how well he's been aging lol). So I think he will do at least 1 comedy tour in his lifetime.. and maybe do more if he really enjoys it.

Eddie Murphy will always be funny and make good projects .

This man and Jim Carrey absolutely legends, I hope someday we'll see them in one movie.

I think they are both funny.

Can tell Eddie got older and much more laid back... but back in the day man he was comedy King. Heard his sketches save the show from getting cancelled. SNL hero.

Eddie Murphy is and will always be the funniest comedian in all universes. G.O.A.T.

Eddie seems like one of the nicest guy you'll ever meet

I remember how funny he was back in the day. He was incredible. Me and my friends couldnt get enough of Delerious and Raw. Believe me, at the time nobody could touch him. One of the all time greats

If this dude Chris don't stop clapping his hands bruh😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Eddie Murphy, best SNL cast member ever... hands down. Plus he seems like a real class act guy. Fun fact: he is NOT Irish!

Ppl said Eddie Murphy was the next Richard Pryor, and id say thats a huge compliment, Pryor is a legend..but Eddie exceeded expectations and took it to the next level... then it turned into so and so is the next Eddie Murphy... And it hasn't beem duplicated since, nobody says So and so is the next Chris Rock? The next Kevin Hart... They keep referring to Eddie Murphy, another great comedic legend 👏👏👏

December 21st SNL Host: Eddie Murphy!

He’s the only reason I watched Saturday night live. I’m only twenty and I watched all the reruns and Eddie Murphy shows are the best. He’s my favorite comedian of all time. No one even comes close except for Richard Pryor.

Luvs me some Eddie Murphy, since he first was on the comedy radar. Also, we're from the same hometown, wow !

He is a living legend !!!

Dam Eddies suit is A1 🔥🔥🔥

EDDIE MURPHY WILL BE A LEGEND FOREVER!!!

Eddie AGES SO WELL OVER THE YEARS! 😊😊

He is one of my favorite actors

Eddie is a real class act. Like a consummate performer. Well done Mr. Murphy.

Chris Rock: "I get $5 dollars for Cars, I get $10 dollars for Limos, what the hell is this? *gesturing at a cement truck* Eddie Murphy: "Heres $20, put next too a limo".. Love Bevilly Hills Cop. 1 and 2

People don't judge Eddie or any human on one video :) This man is a legend.

GREAT tribute to the mult- talented Eddie murphy by the always funny Chris rock!!! I'll never forget how Eddie took me and the world by storm when he first came out several years ago. First coming to prominence on career launching Saturday night live and then skyrocketing to superstardom by starting his incredible movie career with the huge classic 48hrs! Chris rock's admiration and respect for Eddie murphy has always been very well received by me and im very positive by the rest of the world. Always great to see that a huge comedy legend like Chris rock has not forgotten another huge comedy legend like Eddie. Eddie always shared his MARVELOUS talent with the world which will always deserve a state of the art tribute like the one Chris rock gave here.

Brought so much joy to my life

That was hilarious. Damn SNL you're killing getting the most hilarious writers who are writing the best stuff. So funny. And Eddie murphys clap game is on point. Such funny clapping.

Chris Rock nailed that intro to perfection.

That tuxedo on Eddy is stunning.. just beautiful

I am here after watching most of the show last night and from an article that said he was awkward. I like that he is an introverted genius, and i thought he said something sweet, simple, humble, like he wanted to share the spotlight with everyone who was part of snl throughout the years

It is a anti-climax Eddie Murphy didn't perform anything, but he was the guy who saved the show getting axed. I'm just surprised there was no mention of Richard Pryor. Who was on the early shows and is seen as the greatest comic ever.

Good job Eddie...they disrespected you too much for you to entertain them now! I appreciate you!

Chris rock has such an iconic voice

Eddie Murphy is immortal... i can hear Donkey, Musho

Love Eddie Murphy!

Chris rock literally took up 80% of the time that eddie had

that speech was so good, when eddie came out, I clapped! LOL!

We just person, excellent entertainer. God bless him.

The man who gave us our band name: The Clarences!!! Eddie is a comedic genius!!! xoxo The Clarences

Chris Rock likes to clap his hands apparently....

I grew up watching him. Great memories! 💕

it is just good to see him! during Eddie Murphy's time, in the entire world, no one was more fascinating withiin the realm of entertainment.

For all of those calling this awkward...after you have created a 40+ year career, made millions, and cemented yourself as one of the best comedians in history only then do you have the right to criticize. Until then to steal a line from Eddie Murphy, "Have a Coke and a smile and shut the f#ck up!"

Watching this as a primer for an icon's long overdue return. Eddie & Joe Piscopo keep SNL alive.A shame Joe gets little to no recognition.

Chris rock was born to know how to perform in front of a live crowd which he solidly proved in his "Never scared" concert which was funnier than it could've ever been! Great tribute to my favorite actor by Chris rock and knew exactly what to say about the comedy legend!!

Eddie Murphy doesn't get the credit he deserves!!!!!

He should have did more...it's like he's afraid to do stand up when he was one of the guys who made the medium what it is today, dats just so sad....Eddie Murphy is a living legend but he seems disconnected somehow, what happened to this brilliantly talented man?

Since I am a young person, I'm in my early 20's I wasn't even an idea when Eddie Murphy did stand up. Moments like these are why I appreciate KZfaq and streaming companies. So I can watch Eddie's brilliance. His shit still holds up, even though some of his jokes might be dated, and references I didn't get. It is still funny to me. That being said, when I was a kid, Dave Chappelle was the guy that I "wasn't allowed to watch" sure, I watched Chappelle show from time to time, but even then i was barely double digits when his second special came out. So for any older people, I have a sincere question. Chappelle or Eddie? Because I love both, but I want to know from people who were A: Alive and B: Old enough to truly appreciate his brilliance when they were both incredibly big.

i was lucky to be a young kid in the 80s when he was the biggest funniest star, even in french canada, watched Coming to America & Beverly Hills Cop countless times!!! i'm so glad he's still around looking great and doing stuff. living legend !!!

He looks good! All the clapping was funny! 😂😂 The most funniest to me on SNL was when he did hot tub the James Brown skit along with the presidential skit. One of my Cousins & I would stay up late & watch it with out getting caught 😂

If you're happy and you know.. clap your hands...

It's Darkness Brother!!

Eddie Murphy aged beautifully 💖💖💖 n he looks really good 😍😘😘

The amount of times Chris Rock clapped his hands together while talking...