Eddie Murphy Shines in 'SNL' 50th Anniversary Special with Hilarious Tracy Morgan Impression
During the “Saturday Night Live” 50th anniversary special on February 16, 2025, Eddie Murphy stole the show with a hilarious impression of Tracy Morgan during the beloved “Black Jeopardy” sketch. The segment, hosted by Kenan Thompson as Darnell Hayes, featured Murphy playing Morgan while the real Tracy Morgan stood beside him as a contestant named Darius. Leslie Jones also participated as a contestant, adding to the comedic dynamic.
Murphy’s over-the-top portrayal of Morgan included exaggerated mannerisms and a booming declaration, “Big dog gonna make some big money!” When Thompson questioned whether Morgan already had significant wealth, Murphy-as-Morgan quipped, “You gotta have a lot of money if you live like I live. I eat four-cheese lasagna. If they only got three cheeses, I ain’t eating it.” The sketch took a meta turn when Murphy joked about being related to Morgan, claiming James Earl Jones as his biological father, to which Morgan dryly replied, “I don’t see it.”
The “Black Jeopardy” sketch, a recurring favorite on “SNL,” included categories like “Live From New York” and “White People,” with the contestants hilariously failing to recognize the show they were on. Chris Rock later joined as a guest host, delivering a clue about the Church Lady, a classic “SNL” character. Tom Hanks also made a surprise appearance, reprising his role as a MAGA hat-wearing contestant, though his presence felt less impactful compared to Murphy’s standout performance.
The sketch highlighted Murphy’s comedic brilliance and his ability to elevate the show, even while standing next to the person he was impersonating. The moment was a nostalgic nod to Murphy’s iconic “SNL” legacy and a reminder of his enduring influence on comedy.
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