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Eddie Murphy Explains Refusal to Play Bill Cosby for SNL 40
Eddie Murphy Explains Refusal to Play Bill Cosby for SNL 40
Eddie Murphy Explains Refusal to Play Bill Cosby for SNL 40
For as much hype as SNL garnered in returning so many past alum for its 40th anniversary special, Eddie Murphy’s long-awaited return seemed curiously brief. Norm MacDonald since explained that the revered comedian had declined to portray Bill Cosby in the all-star Celebrity Jeopardy sketch, and now Murphy himself explains the decision.
A ‘Jeopardy’ Contestant Got Alex Trebek to Say ‘Turd Ferguson’
A ‘Jeopardy’ Contestant Got Alex Trebek to Say ‘Turd Ferguson’
A ‘Jeopardy’ Contestant Got Alex Trebek to Say ‘Turd Ferguson’
Alex Trebek is a cultural institution, a beacon of knowledge and grace under pressure. Everyone loves him. Which is why it’s always amusing to watch the unflappable host of Jeopardy say silly words and phrases in that reliable deadpan of his. A recent episode of the immortal game show saw him forced to say the name “Turd Ferguson,” which should amuse anyone with a passing knowledge of modern comedy.
Norm MacDonald Tells Crazy "Celebrity Jeopardy" SNL 40 Story
Norm MacDonald Tells Crazy "Celebrity Jeopardy" SNL 40 Story
Norm MacDonald Tells Crazy "Celebrity Jeopardy" SNL 40 Story
SNL episodes are hard, often frenzied work, so you can imagine the sort of time and dedication and stress that went into the SNL 40 show, which featured new and former cast members along with several guest stars. One of the highlights of the three and a half hour event was the return of “Celebrity Jeopardy!” with Norm MacDonald, Will Ferrell and Darrell Hammond reprising their iconic sketch roles alongside fellow SNL stars, including Kenan Thompson doing a hilarious (and timely) Bill Cosby impression. But according to MacDonald, Thompson wasn’t originally supposed to be in the sketch: Eddie Murphy was.
'SNL' 40th Anniversary Reveals Incredible Guest List
'SNL' 40th Anniversary Reveals Incredible Guest List
'SNL' 40th Anniversary Reveals Incredible Guest List
Merciful Zeus, if you thought Eddie Murphy returning to ‘SNL’ after 31 years for the 40th anniversary special on February 15 was big enough, wait until you get a load of the full roster. Rivaling turnout for the Emmys and Oscars combined, the upcoming ‘SNL’ reunion will feature everyone from legendary alumni like Bill Murray, Tina Fey and Chevy Chase, to favorite hosts like Alec Baldwin, and even Taylor Swift, why not!

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