TMZ is claiming that Charlie Murphy has passed away from cancer at 57 years old.
The site reports:
Charlie Murphy, Eddie’s older brother, and a successful standup comedian in his own right … has died from leukemia according to his manager.
Charlie died in a NYC hospital. His manager says he’d been going through chemo.
He famously co-starred on “Chappelle Show” in some of Dave’s most memorable skits … including the night he partied with Prince.
He also co-wrote some of Eddie Murphy’s movies. He co-starred in “Are We There Yet,” “The Boondocks” and “Black Jesus.”
Wow. I had no idea he was sick. May he rest in peace.
Me either. This is so sad.
This is so sad. I believe his wife passed away from cancer as well. RIP he will surely be missed.
He was very talented and will be missed. RIH!
Omg! So sad!
Praying for his loved ones.
He was such a great comedian and writer. May he rest in paradise.
Great comedian, will be missed. RIP King. 🙁
I was hoping this wasn’t true. Damn.
F-ck cancer.
I remember wondering if he was sick when I saw him several months ago. RIP.