Date of birth: April 3, 1961 (Age: 65 as of September 2026)
Full name: Edward Regan Murphy
Born place: Brooklyn, New York, USA
Height: 5’9.25’’ (176 cm)
Weight: 77 kg (170 pounds)
Hair color: Black
Eye color: Brown
Edward Regan Murphy was born on April 3, 1961, in Brooklyn, New York. He became a breakout performer on Saturday Night Live in the early 1980s and quickly moved into feature films.
Murphy starred in 48 Hrs., Beverly Hills Cop, Coming to America, The Nutty Professor and the Shrek films. He has continued to act, record music and produce projects, including the documentary Being Eddie.
The old article promoted a “ripped figure” and treated a particular body shape as a career formula. Those unsupported fitness conclusions were removed while his comedy, acting and music work were updated.
Updated details
Biographical and career details were reviewed and the article text was updated on September 9, 2026. Historical measurements and past routine descriptions are identified as such.
