COMEDY EVOLUTION

Apr 20 2026CELEBRITIES

How a Funny Guy Changed What We Think Is Funny

Back in the ’80s, comedy was like a pizza with just cheese—everyone expected a plain slice and didn’t ask for toppings. Then Eddie Murphy walked in and started adding funny meat, extra sauce, and a side of personality. Instead of playing characters that faded into the background like cardboard cutou

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