Quote by Eddie Murphy (about Oscars)

Quote by Eddie Murphy (about Oscars)

White boys always get the Oscar. It's a known fact. Did I ever get a nomination? No! You know why? Cause I hadn't played any of them slave roles, and get my ass whipped. That's how you get the nomination as a black dude.

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Shrek: "Yeah, but it's getting him to shut up that's the trick."

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...Can I stay with you?

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