Who is the famous sibling of "Chappelle's Show" cast member Charlie Murphy?

Eddie Murphy is the famous sibling of “Chappelle’s Show” cast member Charlie Murphy.

Charlie Murphy was the older brother of Eddie Murphy, the celebrated actor, comedian, and former “Saturday Night Live” star. Charlie became widely known for his work as a writer and performer on Comedy Central’s “Chappelle’s Show,” especially through the “Charlie Murphy’s True Hollywood Stories” sketches.

Those sketches humorously retold Charlie’s alleged encounters with celebrities including Rick James and Prince. Eddie often appeared indirectly in Charlie’s stories because Charlie had once been part of his younger brother’s entourage and professional circle.

Charlie also worked as an actor, screenwriter, and voice performer, appearing in projects such as “Norbit,” “The Boondocks,” and “Black Jesus.” Eddie’s fame sometimes overshadowed Charlie’s career, but Charlie developed a distinctive comedic voice of his own. Charlie Murphy died in 2017 at age 57 after battling leukemia.