Charles Quinton Murphy (born July 12, 1959 in New York City) is the brother of comedian, Eddie Murphy. He is best known as a writer/actor for the American television show, Chappelle's Show.

Without a doubt, Murphy's most famous contribution to the show is his narrating, acting in, and (presumably) writing of the "Charlie Murphy's True Hollywood Stories" sketches (spoofing the eponymous E! Entertainment Television show). In these, Murphy recounts his (allegedly true) misadventures as part of his brother's entourage, including his encounters with various celebrities -- most importantly Rick James and Prince.

These sketches contain many enormously popular lines, including:

"I'm Rick James, bitch!", spoken numerous times by Dave Chappelle playing the character of Rick James.

"Cocaine is a hell of a drug.", spoken by the real-life Rick James.

"He's a habitual line-stepper.", spoken by Murphy in describing Rick James' out-of-control behavior.

"What did the five fingers say to the face? SLAP!", spoken by Chappelle as James, and followed by a slap to Murphy's face.

"I wish I had more hands... so I could give those titties four thumbs down.", spoken by Chappelle as James, when faced by what he evaluated to be less than ideal examples of the female anatomy.

"Game... blouses.", spoken by Chappelle as Prince following the victory of his epicene-costumed squad over Murphy and his more normally dressed friends in a game of basketball.

"Enjoy your pancakes... bitches.", again by Chappelle as Prince -- any explanation of the circumstances leading up to this line would be too surreal to include.

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