Eddie Murphy Brings Gumby, Mr. Robinson, Buckwheat Back to 'SNL'Eddie Murphy Brings Gumby, Mr. Robinson, Buckwheat Back to 'SNL'‘80s superstar brings back Mr. Robinson, Gumby, Buckwheat and Velvet Jones characters.Martin KieltyMartin Kielty
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
How Eddie Murphy Became the Fifth BeatleHow Eddie Murphy Became the Fifth BeatleClarence Walker claimed the Fab Four were once a quintet, until they fired him and stole his songs. Dave LiftonDave Lifton
When Eddie Murphy Impersonated Stevie Wonder on 'SNL'When Eddie Murphy Impersonated Stevie Wonder on 'SNL'Comedian did his impression of the soul legend only twice on the show.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
35 Years Ago: 'Beverly Hills Cop' Puts Eddie Murphy Back on Top35 Years Ago: 'Beverly Hills Cop' Puts Eddie Murphy Back on TopMovie restored the star's status after the failure of 'Best Defense.'Tyler SageTyler Sage
When Eddie Murphy Debuted Gumby on 'Saturday Night Live,' DammitWhen Eddie Murphy Debuted Gumby on 'Saturday Night Live,' DammitThe green claymation figure marked the third time the 'SNL' star put his own spin on a beloved children's character.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
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 'SNL'When 'Mr. Robinson's Neighborhood' Premiered on 'SNL'Eddie Murphy transported children's television to the ghetto.Dave LiftonDave Lifton
Why Eddie Murphy Stayed Away From ‘SNL’ for So LongWhy Eddie Murphy Stayed Away From ‘SNL’ for So LongStar didn't appear on the show that made him famous for 31 years.Dave LiftonDave Lifton