Eddie Murphy Named Host Of 84th Academy Awards

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Tue, 09/06/2011 - 2:00pm

Eddie Murphy named host of 84th Academy Awards

The rumors became a reality Tuesday: Eddie Murphy will host the 84th Academy Awards, which will be telecast Feb. 26 on ABC, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced.

Senh: Ok, it's now official.

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