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Eddie Murphy Not Pressured by the Oscars

Eddie Murphy doesn't feel any pressure about hosting the Oscars!
Eddie Murphy Not Pressured by Oscars
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By Dreux Dougall · Updated October 28, 2020

Eddie Murphy isn’t phased by the Oscars one bit.

The Golden Globe-winning actor will host the 84th Annual Academy Awards on February 26th on ABC.

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This will be Murphy’s first time on stage performing stand-up in 20 years. It’s also the actor’s second hosting gig since the 1985 MTV Music Awards. But Eddie is not phased by the pressure.

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Murphy says, “I don’t feel the pressure. I get to introduce people and stand up straight. Maybe I’ll be in a couple silly sketches or something.”

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Murphy recently wrapped up his latest film, “Tower Heist,” directed by Brett Ratner and slated to hit theaters on November 4th.

We can’t wait to see the awards!

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TOPICS:  Eddie Murphy