Highsnobiety
Double Tap to Zoom
Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this YouTube video.

Last night, Eddie Murphy stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live to talk everything from the Oscar buzz he’s getting for his new movie Dolemite Is My Name, working on the Coming to America sequel, returning to stand-up, and revealed his plans for when he hosts Saturday Night Live.

In the 14-minute interview, Murphy opened up about his plans for hosting SNL after 35 years, revealing his plans to bring back some classic, fan-favorite characters. “Oh yeah, I’m gonna do Gumby,” he told Kimmel. “And I’m trying to figure out some reason to do a Velvet Jones and ‘Mister Robinson’s Neighborhood.’”

Murphy, who largely retreated from the limelight in the mid-2000s, has returned in a big way. His new movie Dolemite Is My Name slates him as a major Oscar contender and the comedian is gearing up for more blockbuster success with the upcoming  Coming 2 America. He's also announced his plans to do a stand-up comedy special. Kimmel asked Murphy if he was worried about returning to stand-up. “I don’t be worrying about stuff like that,” he replied. “I tend to think constructively if I’m doing something creative. I’m thinking about making it as funny as possible because I wanna shut shit down when I do it."

You can watch the full interview above.

We Recommend
  • Denim, Graffiti & Raves: Gerrit Jacob Brings ‘90s Berlin Back to Life
    • Style
  • Snob Diaries: Eddie Bauer Reissue Collection Launch with Luca Mornet
    • Style
    • sponsored
  • adidas' Finest, Flattest Racing Shoe Speeds Back to Life
    • Sneakers
  • Love From Rodrigo De Paul Is True Love
    • Culture
  • Nike's Classic Soccer Sneaker Gets Another Life as a Stylish "Skate Shoe"
    • Sneakers
What To Read Next
  • At Last, Big Boot Season Is Finally Here
    • Style
  • New Balance’s “Dunk” Skate Shoe Grows a Delicious Mushroom Exterior
    • Sneakers
  • Meet Tyler the Creator's Le Fleur Jogger, an All-New Super-Flat Converse Sneaker
    • Sneakers
  • Cactus Jack Presents: Virgil Abloh Skateboarding, Sponsored By Supreme (EXCLUSIVE)
    • Culture
  • Nike’s $450 Swarovski Air Max Is Its Flashiest Air Max
    • Sneakers
  • Improv Jam Session At Our Flagship Store? Thanks, Android
    • Lifestyle
    • sponsored