‘Being Eddie’ Documentary Reveals Eddie Murphy Secretly Paid for 3 Stars’ Funerals

In the Netflix documentary Being Eddie, fans of comedian Eddie Murphy get a glimpse into the life of the megastar that is rarely seen, including the darker moments and personal tragedies that shaped him, as well as the losses suffered by the people closest to him.

The film also highlights Murphy’s lesser-known altruistic side — the generosity he extended not just to his inner circle, but to the friends, collaborators, and cultural figures who influenced him throughout his career, including paying for the funerals of heroes and mentors including Redd Foxx and Rick James.