The world was rocked today by the news that comedian Charlie Murphy had lost his battle to leukemia. According to TMZ who got in touch with the stand-up’s manager, Murphy passed away this morning in a New York City hospital. He was 57 years old.
The news comes as a massive shock, not just to the outside world, but apparently to the comedian’s close friends and family as well. As you would expect, many, many people were devastated by the loss and took to social media to express their grief, as well as their admiration for Murphy’s contributions to the world of film, television and stand-up.
There were those who knew him in the realm of comedy.
We just lost one of the funniest most real brothers of all time . Charlie Murphy RIP. pic.twitter.com/AAwItp5AJC
— Chris Rock (@chrisrock) April 12, 2017
Rest in Paradise my brother @charliemurphy pic.twitter.com/pUfTXgqhao
— DL Hughley (@RealDLHughley) April 12, 2017
Charlie Murphy was a really nice really funny guy. Our paths crossed many times over the years. Sad news. #rip
— Dane Cook (@DaneCook) April 12, 2017
Rest n Peace Charlie Murphy…Mannnnnnn
— David Alan Grier AKA #LeonMusk (@davidalangrier) April 12, 2017
Then there were a wide array of musicians and rap artists who found humor in his many different roles over the years.
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Charlie Murphy was a great man. God bless, we already miss you.
— Chance The Rapper (@chancetherapper) April 12, 2017
Charlie Murphy was such a kind, sweet, funny man. Damn. Incredible talent, even better man. RIP ❤
— Gabrielle Union (@itsgabrielleu) April 12, 2017
Damn, sorry to hear about my friend Charlie Murphy. He took a chance on a young director in The Player's Club. Always made me laugh. RIP pic.twitter.com/yChjFtSDH4
— Ice Cube (@icecube) April 12, 2017
Sad to hear about the passing of Charlie Murphy. He was one funny, kind man. Sending love and light to his family and friends.
— Russell Simmons (@UncleRUSH) April 12, 2017
#CharlieMurphy one on the funniest dudes ever !!! Thanks for the good times and great memories Charlie. You will be greatly missed #RIP🙏🏿
— MC HAMMER e/acc (@MCHammer) April 12, 2017
Even though he starred in a diverse lineup of films throughout his life, including, CB4, Mo’ Better Blues, Harlem Nights, Jungle Fever and was a consummate, stand-up road warrior, entertaining live audience to the end, Murphy will probably be best remembered for his unforgettable turns on the Chappelle Show. Everyone seems to have their favorite, Murphy narrated sketch, whether it was the one about playing hoops with Prince, or Rick James dirtying up his couch.
RIP Charlie.
