R.I.P: Comedian Charlie Murphy Dead at 57 After Leukemia Battle

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Charlie Murphy, Eddie's older brother, and a successful standup comedian in his own right, has died from leukemia according to his manager.

Charlie died in a NYC hospital. His manager says he'd been going through chemo.

He famously co-starred on "Chappelle Show" in some of Dave's most memorable skits including the night he partied with Prince.

He also co-wrote some of Eddie Murphy's movies. He co-starred in "Are We There Yet," "The Boondocks" and "Black Jesus."

He recently toured with Cedric the Entertainer, Eddie Griffin, George Lopez and D.L. Hughley.

Charlie was 57.#RIP

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