Eddie Murphy family news is making headlines as Bria Murphy, daughter of famed comedian Eddie Murphy and ex-wife Nicole Murphy, is expecting her first child with husband Michael Xavier. The announcement adds another milestone to the Murphy family’s ever-growing legacy, as Bria’s pregnancy was revealed during the Los Angeles premiere of Eddie’s Netflix documentary “Being Eddie” on November 12, where she joined her family, proudly showcasing her baby bump.
The joyous development comes three years after Bria and Michael exchanged vows in a memorable Beverly Hills ceremony attended by 250 loved ones. This update further cements Eddie Murphy’s role not only as a legendary entertainer but also as a devoted father and expanding grandfather.
Eddie Murphy’s Expanding Family Tree
Known for his trailblazing career in comedy and film, Eddie Murphy is also recognized for his large and blended family. Besides Bria, Eddie shares children Myles, Shayne, Zola, and Bella with Nicole Murphy. He is also the father of Eric, with Paulette McNeely; Christian, with Tamara Hood; Angel, whose mother is Mel B; and Izzy and Max with wife Paige Butcher. The wide-ranging ages of his children—with almost 30 years between the oldest and the youngest—highlight the diversity and closeness of the Murphy clan.
The family continues to grow, as Eddie already enjoys grandfatherhood through Myles and Carly Fink’s daughters, Evie and Zuri. The addition of Bria’s baby will make Eddie a grandfather yet again, a role he cherishes deeply.
Reflecting on being a father of ten, Eddie Murphy shared recently,
“I never knew I would have 10 kids, but now it’s the best thing ever. If you can afford that many kids, you should have as many kids as you can afford. That is fun.”
– Eddie Murphy, Comedian & Actor
Pride in his family’s character is a consistent theme from Eddie. He stated,
“My children are all decent people,”
he shared.
“I don’t have one rotten one, and I would like to think that they got some of that from me.”
– Eddie Murphy, Comedian & Actor
Eddie Murphy as a Father: Parenting Across Decades
Eddie Murphy’s approach to fatherhood has maintained a steady course, even as his family has grown over the decades. His children span a nearly 30-year age range, yet Eddie says his parenting style remains consistent regardless of his children’s ages.
“I’ve always been the same type of dad,”
he expressed, reflecting on his hands-on involvement.
He went on to elaborate,
“I’m just laid back. I’m not the hard disciplinarian. I’m like a cool dad, but I don’t let them get away with all kinds of stuff. I’ve always been there for everything—the little school plays and all that stuff.”
– Eddie Murphy, Comedian & Actor
The comedian openly admits to being a bit less strict with his two youngest kids, noting,
“My new ones, my two little ones, they really have it,”
he shared.
“They get to go wild and loud.”
– Eddie Murphy, Comedian & Actor
Eric Murphy: The Eldest Son’s Creative Journey
Eric Murphy, born in July 1989 to Eddie Murphy and Paulette McNeely, leads a creative life behind the scenes. Involved in voiceover work for productions like “Megamind vs. The Doom Syndicate” and “Megamind Rules!”, Eric has even contributed to some of his father’s film projects.
He recounted his experience,
“People often tell me I sound just like my Dad, and I recently got to put that to the test by doing ADR for him in the new Beverly Hills Cop film,”
Eric wrote.
“The process of ADR, or Automated Dialogue Replacement, is where we re-record dialogue in a studio to enhance audio quality or match lip movements. It was such a fun and incredible experience!”
– Eric Murphy, Voiceover Artist
Eric’s personal life also echoes the family’s interconnectedness to Hollywood, having married Jasmin Lawrence—Martin Lawrence’s daughter—in May 2025, with both pairs of famous fathers giving their blessing. Eddie commented humorously,
“They’re both beautiful. They look amazing together. And it’s funny, everybody’s like, ‘What! That baby gonna be funny.’”
– Eddie Murphy, Comedian & Actor
Natal Bonds with Nicole Murphy
Nicole Murphy, Eddie’s ex-wife and mother to Bria, Myles, Shayne, Zola, and Bella, remains a central figure in the family’s life. The couple met at an NAACP Image Awards event and married in 1993. Though they divorced in 2005 after 12 years, mutual respect continues to anchor their relationship. Nicole affirmed,
“My kids adore their dad, and I’ll always have love for Eddie no matter what. That’s never gonna go away,”
she reflected.
“But we’re cool. We’re good. We’re friends.”
– Nicole Murphy, Model
Nicole also addressed her decision to keep the Murphy surname, citing her connection to her five children:
“I always said I would drop Murphy if I get remarried,”
she stated.
“I’m like, ‘Listen, I was married to that man for years, OK? I earned my name, I deserve my name, I have five children with that name.’ I didn’t see any harm in keeping my last name. It doesn’t matter…It’s a process changing your name.”
– Nicole Murphy, Model
Bria Murphy: Acting, Art, and Anticipating Motherhood
Bria Murphy, born in November 1989, is Eddie and Nicole Murphy’s eldest daughter. Her talents span both visual art and acting, reflecting the family’s creative streak. In 2024, Bria made a cameo as a police officer in “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F.” alongside her father and husband, Michael Xavier, a role she initially felt nervous to embrace.
“So I didn’t want to hurt him. I was scared I was gonna pinch him with the cuffs, all of that. But it was a lot of fun. I feel so lucky to be a part of something that’s so big and a part of history now.”
– Bria Murphy, Actress & Artist
Bria’s earlier film appearances include “Daddy Day Care,” and she has diversified her career with various roles in productions like “The Perfect Match” and “Conflict of Interest.” As she prepares to welcome her first child, Bria stands poised to continue the Murphy family’s legacy of achievement and togetherness.
Siblings Flourishing: Myles, Shayne, Zola, and Bella Murphy
Myles Murphy, born in November 1992 to Eddie and Nicole, lives a relatively private life but makes occasional public appearances at family events and movie premieres. Married to Carly Murphy since September 2023, Myles is the father of daughters Evie and Zuri, both cherished by their “Papa,” as Eddie’s grandchildren affectionately call him.
“She can’t talk yet. But that’s what it will be.”
– Eddie Murphy, Comedian & Actor
Shayne Murphy, Eddie and Nicole’s daughter, came into the spotlight on reality TV, participating in the second season of “Claim to Fame” in 2023. Eddie sent his encouragement,
“Shayne, I love you so very much,”
he said in a heartfelt message.
“and I’m so proud of you my baby girl.”
– Eddie Murphy, Comedian & Actor
Shayne reciprocated, describing her father as a remarkable parent:
“He is a legendary comedian and entertainer,”
she said.
“But beyond that, he is the best dad in the world.”
– Shayne Murphy, Television Contestant
Zola Murphy, born on Christmas Eve 1999, is a source of pride and joy for her mother. Nicole called her,
“The best Christmas gift I have ever had.”
– Nicole Murphy, Model
Bella Murphy, the youngest of Eddie and Nicole’s children, was born in January 2002 and has followed in her father’s acting footsteps, appearing in “Coming 2 America” in 2021. She emphasized her desire not to be judged solely as Eddie’s daughter,
“I just wanted to be good,”
Bella stated.
“I didn’t want people to watch it and be like, ‘Oh, that must be his daughter ’cause she can’t keep up with everyone else.’”
– Bella Murphy, Actress
Eddie expressed his pride in Bella’s work, relating the special feeling of collaborating with his daughter.
“Your kid could paint something and put it on the refrigerator and your eyes get wet from that,”
he observed.
“So imagine going to work and your baby girl is at your job with you and she’s contributing to what’s going on and she’s doing a good job too and she’s got fight scenes and doing all this karate fight scenes. Every day, I was just filled up.”
– Eddie Murphy, Comedian & Actor
Christian Murphy: Living Life in the Background
Christian Murphy, born in November 1990 to Eddie Murphy and Tamara Hood, tends to keep a low profile compared to some of his siblings. He gives the public occasional glimpses through social media, often sharing family milestones and celebrations such as holidays and movie premieres. His affection for his family is evident, as shown by captions like, “Best looking family in #america,” which he wrote alongside a family photo.
Connections with Mel B and Their Daughter Angel
The relationship between Eddie Murphy and Melanie Brown, also known as Mel B of the Spice Girls, began in 2006. Mel B recounted their initial spark:
“I went for a dinner party at his house, and it was very intense that attraction—and I left actually because it was a bit too much,”
she recalled.
“But he’s such a lovely person. He’s all about family, and he’s very just respectful and very old school. And we courted for quite some time before anybody knew.”
– Mel B, Singer & Entertainer
After their romantic relationship ended in late 2006, Mel B gave birth to Angel in April 2007. Despite some initial uncertainty about Angel’s paternity, a DNA test confirmed Eddie as the father. In her 2018 memoir, Mel B reflected on the experience:
“After planning our wedding and me getting pregnant (something I believed Eddie wanted very much),”
she wrote.
“I had been spectacularly dumped after leaving him for a few days to think about our relationship.”
– Mel B, Singer & Author
Mel B continues to celebrate Angel’s milestones with pride, having written to her daughter on her 18th birthday,
“You are so special and so bright and so talented!!”
she expressed.
“I couldn’t be prouder of watching you grow and become the person you are but you’ll forever be my babyyyy I [hope] you keep chasing [your] dreams and be kind to everyone around you like you always have been my Angel. Love you always.”
– Mel B, Singer & Mother
In 2018, Mel B affirmed her enduring respect for Eddie: “Yeah, I always will.” She clarified that she was not trying to intrude on his relationship with his “lovely lady,” Paige Butcher.
Paige Butcher: A Private Pillar of the Murphy Family
Paige Butcher, an Australian model, entered Eddie’s life in the 2010s, and together they welcomed their daughter, Izzy, in May 2016. Eddie expressed his joy in parenthood by saying,
“I love kids, and my kids are the joy of my life,”
on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. He added, “I love having nine kids.” After the birth of their son Max in November 2018, he humorously mentioned wanting to reach ten children if Paige agreed:
“if Paige is up for it.”
– Eddie Murphy, Comedian & Actor
Paige maintains a strong sense of privacy about her family life, opting out of social media. She explained her reasoning:
“I had Facebook for about a year, then I moved on to Instagram, got rid of both,”
she shared.
“went to Twitter, then eventually got rid of all of them. The reason? I’m in a relationship with a celebrity, so I felt like there’s already enough of me out there, I felt like I was giving out too much information. I was giving people too much access. I like to keep as much private as possible now. As you say, people will use anything against you. The more you put out, the more you get back. I just wasn’t using it. And I was really boring. I would just post my volunteer work.”
– Paige Butcher, Model
Legacy, Impact, and the Path Forward
The arrival of Bria Murphy’s first child is not just an addition to Eddie Murphy’s sprawling family, but a new chapter in the ongoing story of a household filled with performers, creators, and supportive parents. Despite a life in the spotlight, the Murphy family retains a focus on unity, mutual respect, and private joys. Key figures such as Nicole Murphy, Mel B, and Paige Butcher, along with Eddie himself, have all contributed to the nurturing environment from which the family draws strength and inspiration.
As Bria and Michael Xavier prepare to welcome their baby, Eddie Murphy’s legacy as a loving father and mentor only grows stronger. Each generation of the family continues to reflect the entertainer’s commitment to raising “decent people,” and with every milestone—be it another grandchild, a wedding, or a career accomplishment—the Murphy family remains a significant presence in Los Angeles and the larger public imagination.
The joy surrounding Bria’s upcoming motherhood underscores Eddie Murphy’s own words:
“If you can afford that many kids, you should have as many kids as you can afford. That is fun.”
The Murphy family’s blend of creativity, warmth, and enduring ties sets a lasting example, ensuring their story will continue for years to come as a touchstone of both celebrity news and family life.
