AFI Lifetime Achievement Award: A Tribute to Eddie Murphy | First Look

This televised special captures the 51st AFI Life Achievement Award gala honoring Eddie Murphy. It features tributes from fellow performers, a Jennifer Hudson performance, Spike Lee’s presentation of

The 51st AFI Life Achievement Award gala, held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, honors Eddie Murphy. The Netflix special captures the event celebrating his film career, while AFI describes the award as recognizing individuals whose contributions have fundamentally advanced the art of film and whose work has stood the test of time.

The event began with a welcome from AFI Chair and CEO Bob Gazzale. Bill Burr, Dave Chappelle, Arsenio Hall, Kevin Hart, Martin Lawrence, Eva Longoria, Tracy Morgan, Mike Myers, Chris Rock, and Kenan Thompson honored Murphy onstage, while Jennifer Hudson performed with the house band led by Ricky Minor.

Spike Lee presented Murphy with the award, and Murphy took the stage to a standing ovation. In his acceptance speech, he mentioned looking out at the colleagues who had shared his journey and said he would remember that night for a long time. The 83-minute special continues with performances by Murphy, Kevin Hart, Dave Chappelle, and other guests.