The Funniest Stand-Up Comics Who Ever Lived

Eddie Murphy

Inspired by early comedy greats, teenage Eddie Murphy tried his hand at the craft and was instantly successful. The star was on Saturday Night Live at only age 19 and had his own stand-up special by age 22. He commented on his alcoholic stepfather and his wild mother. These commentaries led him into a master of the art form, and a legend to this very day. 

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