Why Billy Crystal Replaced Eddie Murphy As The Oscars Host

Story by staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold)

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Hollywood legend Billy Crystal steps in to save the day as last-minute replacement host for the 84th Oscars after Eddie Murphy's abrupt exit.

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Eddie Murphy was originally set to host the prestigious awards show, but left the gig without any explanation after the director unexpectedly stepped down.
Industry insiders say Crystal's vast experience hosting the Oscars multiple times in the past made him the perfect choice to seamlessly take over and keep the show running smoothly.

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Billy Crystal, Eddie Murphy, 84th Oscars