Eddie Murphy & Family Release Statement on Charlie's Death

Charlie Murphy‘s family is in mourning.

His brother Eddie and the family just released a statement following his death.

“Our hearts are heavy with the loss today of our son, brother, father, uncle and friend Charlie,” the family shared in a statement to JustJared.com. “Charlie filled our family with love and laughter and there won’t be a day that goes by that his presence will not be missed.”

The statement continued, “Thank you for the outpouring of condolences and prayers. We respectfully ask for privacy during this time of great loss for all of us.”

Our thoughts go out to the family during this difficult time.

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