May Charlie Murphy rest in peace.
On Wednesday afternoon, the comedian died of cancer at the age of 57, shocking friends and family members who thought the star was on the mend.
We’ve collected a series of reactions below from those in Hollywood who either knew Eddie Murphy’s brother well or were familiar with his work and life…
Magic Johnson
Rest in peace Charlie Murphy, a very talented writer, actor, and comedian. Condolences to the Murphy Family!
Chris Rock
We just lost one of the funniest most real brothers of all time . Charlie Murphy RIP.
Mike Epps
#RIP to my man #CharlieMurphy we will ride for you bro.. 1.
Kevin Hart
Wow….This is crazy. All I can say is RIP. Thank you for not only being a friend but for believing in me when I was young in this comedy game. Charlie Murphy did the rewrite for the first movie that I ever did called “Paper Soldiers”….His stories were legendary & unbelievable & heartfelt. I’m lucky to have know you and I’m even luckier to be able to say that I was a friend. You will be missed man. #RIPCharlieMurphy.
Zendaya
Rest In Peace to the legend that is Charlie Murphy, thank you for always bringing us joy and laughter.
Questlove
Darkness. Goodbye Charlie. Damn.
Gabrielle Union
Charlie Murphy was such a kind, sweet, funny man. Damn. Incredible talent, even better man. RIP.
Chance the Rapper
Charlie Murphy was a great man. God bless, we already miss you.
Ice Cube
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.
Cedric the Entertainer
Today we lost a #RealOne. @therealcharliemurphy was a bad man and funny af. He was honest and straight shooter, no BS kinda dude, awesome Father and family man. Had a gregarious laugh that would make you laugh, he stood on his own 2 feet as a man and as a comic even in the shadows of the brother of one of the greatest to have ever done it. Listening to Charlie tell stories of his life was truly one of my greatest past times. It’s why I love this pic. Touring with him these past few years on the #ComedyGetDown was indeed an honor. Though I am sadden by your passing. I pray for all of your loved ones his children and that his soul Rest In Peace. Love you brother C.T.E.
Spike Lee
My Late Brother-The Very Funny Charlie Murphy. This Is Pic Is From JUNGLE FEVER, Charlie Was Also In MO’ BETTER BLUES Too. Rest In Power.
Ike Barinholtz
Sad to hear about Charlie Murphy. We did a movie together back in ’07 and my god did he have amazing stories (one about Redd Foxx killed me).
Kim Fields.
With heavy [heart[ & sadness sending love & prayers to #EddieMurphy & family. So sorry 4 the loss of @charliemurphy he gave us gr8 comedy gifts.
Ice T
Noooooooo! My good friend Charlie Murphy died???! Fuck!!!.
Wendy Williams
Rest in Peace Charlie Murphy. Thanks for the laughs. You will be missed.
Russell Simmons
Just came out of meditation and learned that one of my friends and my biggest comedy idol passed. Damn I loved Charlie Murphy.
DL Hughley
Rest in Paradise my brother @charliemurphy.