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Charlie Murphy

Acting Born Jul 12, 1959 New York City, New York, USA 24 credits

Biography

Charles Quinton 'Charlie' Murphy (July 12, 1959 - April 12, 2017) was an American actor, comedian, and writer famous for being a cast member and writer on the Comedy Central sketch-comedy series Chappelle's Show. He is also known for his work with his younger brother, actor/comedian Eddie Murphy.

He died from leukemia on April 12, 2017, aged 57 in Brooklyn.

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Full filmography

  • Hawaii Five-0 (2010) as Don McKinney
  • Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self (uncredited)
  • Power (2014) as Marshal Williams
  • The Boondocks (2005)
  • Martin (1992) as Bro Fo' Real
  • One on One (2001) as Senator Larry Eldredge
  • Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out (2005)
  • Night at the Museum (2006) as Taxi Driver
  • Norbit (2007) as Floyd the Dog (voice)
  • Gotham Comedy Live (2012) as Self - Host
  • Are We There Yet? (2010)
  • Chappelle's Show (2003) as Weed Smoker (uncredited)
  • Too Late with Adam Carolla (2005)
  • Black Jesus (2014) as Vic
  • Harlem Nights (1989) as Jimmy
  • The Players Club (1998) as Brooklyn
  • Jungle Fever (1991) as Livin' Large
  • Roll Bounce (2005) as Victor
  • CB4 (1993) as Gusto
  • Lottery Ticket (2010) as Semaj
  • Our Family Wedding (2010) as T.J.
  • Bar Starz (2008) as Clay the Doorman / Arnie
  • Mo' Better Blues (1990) as Eggy
  • Meet the Blacks (2016) as Key Flo