Eddie Murphy & Martin Lawrence Are Officially In-Laws

Eddie Murphy made his debut on The Jennifer Hudson Show, and the comedy icon didn’t disappoint. In a heartfelt and hilarious conversation, Murphy reunited with host Jennifer Hudson nearly two decades after their iconic Oscars moment. The entertainer also revealed that he and Martin Lawrence are officially in-laws. Read more and watch a clip from the show inside.

Murphy revealed that he and Lawrence’s families are now bonded through marriage, as their children recently tied the knot in a private ceremony.

“We’re officially family now,” Eddie said with a proud smile, referring to the wedding that made headlines.

The long-time friends have shared the spotlight for years, starring together in classic films like Life, but this real-life family connection took everyone by surprise—including Hudson, who laughed in disbelief during the reveal.

The episode was packed with gems as Eddie opened up about his career, family, and even his unreleased musical collaborations with legends Michael Jackson and B.B. King. He also gave a behind-the-scenes look at his upcoming return to Saturday Night Live for the show’s 50th anniversary special and confirmed a Donkey spinoff film is in the works, thrilling fans of the Shrek franchise.

Later in the episode, Eddie was joined by his The Pickup co-star Keke Palmer, who brought even more energy to the stage. Palmer shared stories about her son’s Blippi-themed birthday bash, her NAACP Entertainer of the Year honor, and working alongside Eddie and Pete Davidson in the upcoming Prime Video action-comedy. She recalled being caught off guard by Eddie’s hilarious timing during a serious scene and fangirled over his legendary role in The Nutty Professor.

Director Tim Story also joined the conversation, giving fans a deeper look at The Pickup, which blends comedy and action in classic Eddie Murphy fashion.

From surprise family news to career milestones, Eddie’s Jennifer Hudson Show appearance was a celebratory reunion filled with laughs, nostalgia, and heartfelt moments. As Jennifer put it best, “You’re a legend—and now, a father-in-law to another legend!”

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Check out a clip from the show below: