Eddie Murphy received his first Primetime Emmy for previously hosting ‘Saturday Night Live.
The win for Murphy stems from the comeback episode for the former SNL cast member, who hadn’t appeared on the show in 35 years. Murphy was previously nominated for multiple Emmys but never was able to land any. Murphy delivered a pre-recorded speech for his win, saying, “Thank you to everybody at the Emmys. Thank you so much for giving me an Emmy. I don’t have an Emmy. This is 40 years since I started Saturday Night Live, this is my first Emmy, so thank you so much.”
Check out Eddie Murphy's #Emmy acceptance speech for Outstanding Guest Actor In A Comedy Series for @nbcsnl. Congrats again, Eddie! pic.twitter.com/o2Tuptr8HV
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