Eddie Murphy Plans to Ease Funeral Burden for Loved Ones After Death
Eddie Murphy is making plans to alleviate the funeral burden for his loved ones after his passing. The celebrated comedian and actor recently shared his thoughts on the subject while discussing his upcoming Netflix documentary, “Being Eddie.” The film, which will be available for streaming on November 12, chronicles Murphy’s life and features interviews with notable figures like Dave Chappelle, Jamie Foxx, and Chris Rock.
Eddie Murphy’s Perspective on Funerals
In an interview with USA TODAY, Murphy expressed his aversion to attending funerals, stating, “I’ve paid for a lot of funerals, but I don’t go to funerals.” He revealed that he has attended only two funerals in his 64 years: those of his biological father, Charles Edward Murphy, and his stepfather, Vernon Lynch, who was also his best man at his wedding in 1993.
Why He Prefers to Skip Funerals
Murphy finds the entire process of funerals to be overly morbid. He described them as emotionally exhausting and suggested that society should reconsider the ritual entirely. “They shouldn’t even have funerals,” he remarked. “The whole people in attendance and seeing your loved one out there… it’s too much.”
Funeral Arrangements and Legacy
During the interview, Murphy mentioned that he has financed the funerals of several friends, including Redd Foxx and Rick James. He also purchased tombstones for actors William “Billie” Thomas Jr. and Tim Moore. Despite his generosity towards others, Murphy intends to avoid funeral customs for himself.
- Murphy plans to be cremated immediately upon his death.
- He does not want a funeral or memorial service.
- He humorously stated, “I don’t give a f— what they do with my remains.”
He clarified that while people are allowed to cry, he is against the traditional funeral ritual, stating it is “way too f—— much.” Murphy expressed a desire for people to simply “keep it rolling” after his passing without dwelling on the trauma associated with funerals.
Reflections on His Life and Legacy
As Eddie Murphy looks back on his career, he emphasized his current focus rather than dwelling on the past. In “Being Eddie,” he shares anecdotes from his time on “Saturday Night Live” and his experiences with hit films like “Beverly Hills Cop.” The documentary carries emotional weight, especially when he reminisces about his late brother, Charlie Murphy, who passed away in 2017.
Murphy has ten children ranging in age from 7 to 35. He regards them as his greatest accomplishment, stating, “At the center of everything is my relationship with my children.” He views them as his lasting legacy, highlighting the importance of family in his life.
