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Eddie Murphy Reimagines Inspector Clouseau as Black Icon

7/28/2025

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Eddie Murphy is set to take on the iconic role of Inspector Clouseau in an upcoming "Pink Panther" film, revealing a fresh twist on the character's identity. In a chat with Al Roker, the 64-year-old star confidently declared, "He’s Black, for sure." Directed by Jeff Fowler, this project has long been a dream for Murphy.

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Eddie Murphy is set to take on the iconic role of Inspector Clouseau in an upcoming "Pink Panther" film, revealing a fresh twist on the character's identity. In a chat with Al Roker, the 64-year-old star confidently declared, "He’s Black, for sure." Directed by Jeff Fowler, this project has long been a dream for Murphy.