Eddie Murphy recently attended the premiere of his new film, Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, alongside his three daughters, Bria, Shayne, and Bella Murphy. Their mother is Nicole Mitchell Murphy, whom Eddie was married to from 1993 to 2006. Bria, his eldest daughter, is also in the film, with Eddie expressing his pride in her work. Eddie has a total of ten children, including Eric, Christian, Myles, Zola, Angel, Izzy, Max, and his daughters with Nicole. The premiere was attended by family members and cast members, including Eddie’s fiancée Paige Butcher, with whom he shares two children, Angel and Max.
Eric Murphy is Eddie’s eldest child, born to him and then-girlfriend Paulette McNeely. Bria Murphy, Eddie’s second child and first daughter, was born to him and Nicole, followed by Christian, Myles, Shayne, Zola, and Bella. Angel Iris Murphy Brown was born to Eddie and Melanie Brown, while Izzy Oona Murphy is his youngest child with fiancée Paige Butcher. At the premiere, Eddie and Paige posed for photos, with Paige stunning in an orange dress and Eddie looking dapper in an all-black ensemble. The film marks the return of Eddie as Axel Foley, the street-smart Detroit police officer, in the fourth installment of the Beverly Hills Cop franchise.
In Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, Axel Foley returns to Beverly Hills to protect his daughter Jane after her life is threatened. He teams up with her ex-boyfriend and his old pals John Taggart and Billy Rosewood to unravel a conspiracy. The film reunites Eddie with the cast and crew, including Judge Reinhold, Chantal Nchako, director Mark Molloy, and producer Jerry Bruckheimer. Eddie shared his excitement for the project, emphasizing the importance of getting the script right after a lackluster third installment. The film is set to premiere on Netflix on July 3, bringing Eddie back in action as the beloved character Axel Foley.
The Beverly Hills Cop franchise has a successful history, with the original film grossing over $234 million in the US against a $13 million budget in 1984. The sequel, Beverly Hills Cop II, was another hit, earning nearly $300 million worldwide despite a higher budget. However, the third installment, Beverly Hills Cop III, saw a decrease in box office earnings, which led to a delay in further sequels. Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F marks the return of the franchise after 30 years, promising fans a fresh take on the beloved character and story. The cast and crew have worked diligently to bring this new installment to audiences, offering a blend of action, humor, and nostalgia for fans of the series.
Eddie’s presence at the premiere, alongside his daughters, fiancée, and fellow cast members, highlighted the significance of Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F for both the actor and his fans. The family dynamic, with multiple generations coming together to celebrate the film, added a personal touch to the event. Eddie’s long-standing career in Hollywood, combined with his commitment to bringing quality entertainment to audiences, has solidified his status as a beloved figure in the industry. As fans eagerly await the film’s release on Netflix, the legacy of Beverly Hills Cop and Eddie Murphy’s iconic portrayal of Axel Foley continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.
