Charlie Murphy
Biography
Charles Quinton Charlie Murphy was an American actor, comedian, and writer born on July 12, 1959, in New York City, New York. He was famous for his work as a cast member and writer on the Comedy Central sketch-comedy series Chappelle's Show, and he was also known for his work with his younger brother, actor and comedian Eddie Murphy. Known by the alternative name Charles Q., Murphy accumulated 50 known acting credits during his career. He passed away from leukemia on April 12, 2017, at the age of 57 in Brooklyn.
Career overview
Charles Quinton Charlie Murphy was an American actor, comedian, and writer born on July 12, 1959, in New York City, New York. He became famous for his work as both a cast member and a writer on the Comedy Central sketch-comedy series Chappelle's Show. In addition to his contributions to that series, he was known for his professional work alongside his younger brother, actor and comedian Eddie Murphy.
Throughout his career, Charlie Murphy accumulated fifty known acting credits in the television and film industry. His personal information and professional background establish his legacy within American comedy and television.
Charlie Murphy passed away from leukemia on April 12, 2017, at the age of 57 in Brooklyn.
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- Meet the Blacks (2016) as Key Flo
- Power (2014) as Marshal Williams
- Black Jesus (2014) as Vic
- Gotham Comedy Live (2012) as Self - Host
- Eddie Murphy: One Night Only (2012) as Self
- The Cookout 2 (2011) as Coach Ashmokeem
- Hawaii Five-0 (2010) as Don McKinney
- Are We There Yet? (2010)
- Our Family Wedding (2010) as T.J.
- Lottery Ticket (2010) as Semaj
- Freaknik: The Musical (2010) as (voice)
- Charlie Murphy: I Will Not Apologize (2010) as Himself
- Charlie Murphy: I Will Not Apologize (2010) Writer
- Frankenhood (2009) as Franklin
- Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy (2009) as Self
- Bar Starz (2008) as Clay the Doorman / Arnie
- The Hustle (2008) as Junior Walker
- Norbit (2007) as Floyd the Dog (voice)
- Norbit (2007) Screenplay
- Norbit (2007) Story
- The Perfect Holiday (2007) as J-Jizzy
- Unearthed (2007) as Hank
- Twisted Fortune (2007) as Angel Robbins
- Universal Remote (2007) as Various
- Pauly Shore's Natural Born Komics: Miami (2007) as Self
- Mattie Fresno and the Holoflux Universe (2007) as Griss
- Night at the Museum (2006) as Taxi Driver
- Thugaboo: Sneaker Madness (2006) as Big Kid (voice)
- Thugaboo: A Miracle on D-roc's Street (2006) as Big Kid (voice)
- Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out (2005)
- The Boondocks (2005)
- Too Late with Adam Carolla (2005)
- Roll Bounce (2005) as Victor
- King's Ransom (2005) as Herb Clarke
- Merry F#%$in' Christmas (2005) as Self
- Lovesick (2005) as Damian (as Charles Q. Murphy)
- Chappelle's Show (2003) as Weed Smoker (uncredited)
- Death of a Dynasty (2003) as Dick James / Dukey Man / Sock Head
- Paper Soldiers (2002) as Detective Johnson
- Paper Soldiers (2002) Writer
- One on One (2001) as Senator Larry Eldredge
- The Players Club (1998) as Brooklyn
- The Pompatus of Love (1996) as Saxophone Man
- Vampire in Brooklyn (1995) Screenplay
- Vampire in Brooklyn (1995) Story
- Murder Was the Case (1995) as JC
- CB4 (1993) as Gusto
- Martin (1992) as Bro Fo' Real
- Jungle Fever (1991) as Livin' Large
- Mo' Better Blues (1990) as Eggy
- The Kid Who Loved Christmas (1990) as Jamal
- Harlem Nights (1989) as Jimmy
- Beverly Hills Cop II (1987) Producer's Assistant
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self (uncredited)
- The Landlord (1970) as Hubcap Thief (uncredited)