Golden Globes 2023: Eddie Murphy Jokes About Will Smith's Oscars Slap & Explains Why He Did It!

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Eddie Murphy received a well-earned lifetime achievement award at the Golden Globes on Tuesday night — and the funny and charismatic star couldn’t resist using it as an opportunity to make a joke!

The longtime film star accepted the Cecil B. DeMille Lifetime Achievement Award during the evening’s show. The audience erupted in applause when Murphy came on stage the Beverly Hilton to accept the honor.

And they continued to cheer him on as he made a speech in front of the packed crowd and national television audience. Related: Will Smith Opens Up To Trevor Noah About Infamous Chris Rock Oscars Slap The 61-year-old Brooklyn-born star was feeling a lot of gratitude in his speech, with the Norbit star paying homage to those who have come before — and those who have helped him along the way.

First, the Beverly Hills Cop legend said: That it has! Then Murphy thanked his family, co-stars, producers, peers, and his agent.