From teenage stand-up phenom to Hollywood legend, Eddie Murphy opens up like never before in his new Netflix documentary Being Eddie and celebrated by electrifying the red carpet premeire. The film, which debuted Nov. 12, traces his rise from the comedy clubs of New York to global superstardom, with the actor reflecting on the highs, lows, and lessons of his four-decade career. Told with his trademark wit and candor, Murphy revisits defining moments, from his complicated history with Saturday Night Live to the controversial Oscars speech that nearly shook up Hollywood.

Robin Williams cautioned Eddie Murphy against sharing his iconic 1988 Oscars speech.

One of the most revealing parts of the documentary centers on Murphy’s 1988 Oscars appearance. Before presenting the Best Picture award,

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