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David Spade Reveals How a Joke Caused a 25-Year Feud with Eddie Murphy

David Spade has revealed how a joke on Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update segment led to a 25-year feud with Eddie Murphy. Spade recalled mocking Murphy's 1995 film "Vampire in Brooklyn," which Murphy described as deeply hurtful, comparing it to an alma mater taking a shot at him. The tension persisted for decades until Murphy returned to host SNL in 2019, stating the issue was in the past. The two comedians have since reconciled, confirming they are on good terms after meeting at SNL's 50th anniversary celebration.

Key Points: David Spade Details 25-Year Eddie Murphy Feud from SNL Joke

  • Joke on SNL's Weekend Update
  • Tension over 'Vampire in Brooklyn' critique
  • 25-year feud and reconciliation
  • Murphy's return to SNL in 2019
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David Spade opens up about 25-year feud with Eddie Murphy

David Spade opens up about his 25-year feud with Eddie Murphy, sparked by a joke on SNL's Weekend Update about 'Vampire in Brooklyn.'

"It was weird going from being a super fan to having him hate me overnight. - David Spade"

Washington DC, December 29

Actor and comedian David Spade has opened up about his long-standing feud with Eddie Murphy, revealing how a joke on Saturday Night Live led to a rift that lasted nearly 25 years, according to E! News.

Speaking on a recent episode of the Fly on the Wall podcast with Dana Carvey, Spade recalled how a joke he made about Murphy's 1995 film Vampire in Brooklyn during SNL's "Weekend Update" segment caused unexpected tension between the two comedians.

"It was weird going from being a super fan to having him hate me overnight," Spade said. "I was on Weekend Update, new to the show, making fun of all the celebrities, and I made fun of him and it didn't go well."

Spade added that Murphy later confronted him directly. "I didn't really fight back," he said. "I did feel a little guilty about it. And he did make some sense. I just didn't like it because he was a hero," according to E! News.

In the joke, Spade referred to Vampire in Brooklyn as "a falling star," adding, "Make a wish." However, Murphy later clarified that his disappointment stemmed less from Spade personally and more from the show itself.

In the Netflix documentary Being Eddie, Murphy said the moment hurt deeply. "It's like your alma mater taking a shot at you," he said, adding that the joke had passed through several levels of approval. "That's what y'all think of me? That's why I didn't go back for years," according to E! News.

Despite the long-standing tension, the two have since reconciled. Murphy returned to host SNL in 2019, saying the issue was long in the past. "I don't have no smoke with no David Spade," he said.

Spade confirmed the reconciliation, noting they recently spoke at the SNL 50th anniversary celebration. "Everything's fine," he said. "We're all good," according to E! News.

As for David, he confirmed that the two were, in fact, on good terms after seeing each other at the SNL50 celebration earlier this year.

"I've seen him once or twice," David shared on the Fly on the Wall podcast. "And then I saw him at the 50th and we talked a little bit and everything's fine. And then they asked him about it and he said, 'Yeah, we're all good.' So yeah, we're all good," according to E! News.

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Rohit P
Eddie Murphy's point about it being his "alma mater" makes sense. It's one thing for critics to say something, another for the place that launched you. Respect for him speaking his truth. Glad they buried the hatchet.
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Arjun K
This is a classic case of misunderstanding. Spade was doing his job as a comedian on Weekend Update. Murphy took it personally. In the comedy world, you have to have thick skin, no? But good to see the reconciliation. Life is too short.
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Sarah B
I think Spade should have been more thoughtful. When you're new, maybe don't target legends who paved the way for you. A little humility goes a long way. Respectfully, it was a bit of an immature move back then.
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Karthik V
Reminds me of some Bollywood feuds that go on for years over much smaller things! 🤣 At the end of the day, ego can ruin relationships. Murphy and Spade are both comedy kings, better together than apart.
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Michael C
"I don't have no smoke with no David Spade." What a great line to end a feud. Takes a big person to let go after so long. Interesting to see how these Hollywood dynamics play out behind the scenes.

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