Eddie Murphy and Paige Butcher have officially tied the knot in a private ceremony on the Caribbean island of Anguilla. The intimate wedding took place on July 9, with close family and friends in attendance. The 63-year-old comedian and the 44-year-old Australian model have been together since 2012 and got engaged in September 2018. They share two children: an 8-year-old daughter, Izzy Oona, and a 5-year-old son, Max Charles.
For the special occasion, Paige wore a stunning strapless lace gown by Mira Zwillinger, featuring a corseted bodice, while Eddie looked dapper in a white Brioni suit. This marks Eddie’s second marriage and Paige’s first. Eddie was previously married to Nicole Mitchell Murphy from 1993 to 2006, with whom he shares daughters Bria, 34, Shayne, 29, and Bella, 22. Eddie also has other children from previous relationships: Eric, 34, with Paulette McNeely; Christian, 33, with Tamara Hood; and Angel, 17, with Melanie Brown.
The couple’s wedding comes shortly after they made a public appearance together at the Netflix premiere of “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” in Los Angeles on June 20. Eddie’s daughters Bria, Shayne, and Bella joined them on the red carpet. Judge Reinhold, Eddie’s co-star in the “Beverly Hills Cop” series, commented on Eddie’s devotion to his family, saying, “He’s crazy about his kids and his family. He’s a family guy at heart. Truly is. He really is.”
Eddie and Paige’s relationship began in 2012, and they welcomed their first child, Izzy, in May 2016. Their second child, Max, was born in November 2018, just two months after their engagement. Despite Paige’s low public profile, she has occasionally shared insights into their relationship. At the 2020 Golden Globes, when asked what Eddie had whispered to her on the red carpet, he replied, “I told her how wonderful she looks.” Paige added, “He actually says that kind of stuff all the time. He’s very, very sweet and romantic.”
Eddie has often expressed his gratitude for Paige and his children. When he received the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 2023 Golden Globe Awards, he thanked them for their “love and support.” This heartfelt acknowledgment highlighted the importance of his family in his life and career.
Eddie’s recent return to his iconic role as Axel Foley in “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” has been a significant milestone. The fourth installment of the series, which premiered on Netflix on July 3, sees Eddie’s character returning to Beverly Hills after his daughter’s life is threatened. He teams up with new partner Detective Bobby Abbott, played by Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and old friends John Taggart and Billy Rosewood, portrayed by John Ashton and Judge Reinhold, respectively, to uncover a conspiracy.
During an appearance on the “Today” show, Eddie joked about reprising his role, saying, “It felt like old man. I did ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ when I was 21, and I’m 63 now.” He reflected on the character’s enduring appeal, noting, “Axel is an everyman. He’s not a superhero or a super-cop, he’s the everyman that rises to the occasion. I think that’s why people like it. And more than anything, he’s funny.”
Eddie’s large family has always been a topic of interest. He has ten children in total, including Eric, Christian, Myles Mitchell, 31, Zola Ivy, 24, and Angel. Despite the challenges of managing such a large brood, Eddie has always embraced his role as a father. In a 2019 episode of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” he humorously remarked on people’s reactions to his large family, saying, “Men kind of look at me like, ‘He’s crazy! How much did that s–t cost?'” He added that women often think, “‘Eddie Murphy must be doing his thing. Eddie Murphy be getting it in! He don’t be bulls–tin’!'”
Eddie’s eldest daughter, Bria, is following in his footsteps and has ventured into acting. She recently appeared in “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” alongside her real-life husband, Michael Xavier. Eddie shared a humorous anecdote about filming scenes with his daughter and son-in-law, saying, “She’s the one that arrested me. And in the other scene when I get arrested in the movie, that’s my son-in-law tasing me in the neck.” He added, “I’m like, ‘This is surreal.'”
Eddie Murphy and Paige Butcher’s wedding is a testament to their enduring love and commitment. Their journey together, from dating to becoming parents and now husband and wife, has been filled with memorable moments and shared experiences. As they embark on this new chapter, their bond remains strong, supported by their love for each other and their family.
Source: People, The Hollywood Reporter, E! News
