Mike Myers Dresses as Shrek to Honor Eddie Murphy at AFI Awards
Mike Myers showed up in full Shrek makeup and costume to honor Eddie Murphy at the AFI Life Achievement Award ceremony on April 18. Myers dressed as the green ogre he voices to pay tribute to Murphy, who plays Donkey in the Shrek movies.
Mike Myers made a rare public appearance Saturday night, but not in the usual black tie formal wear. Instead, he showed up to Eddie Murphy's AFI Life Achievement Award ceremony dressed in full Shrek costume and makeup.
Murphy was being honored at the 51st AFI Life Achievement Award ceremony in Los Angeles when his Shrek co-star surprised everyone with the ogre tribute. Myers, who voices the green ogre Shrek, praised Murphy's work as Donkey over their 25-year partnership in the animated film series.
The move was vintage Myers, known for his commitment to characters and surprise appearances. Murphy has voiced Donkey in all four Shrek movies since the franchise began in 2001, making him one of the most recognizable animated characters in film history.
The AFI Life Achievement Award is one of Hollywood's highest honors, given to actors who have made major contributions to American film. Murphy joins a select group that includes legends like Sidney Poitier, Meryl Streep, and Denzel Washington.
The surprise appearance highlights the lasting friendship between the Shrek co-stars after 25 years of working together. It shows how Hollywood celebrates its biggest stars with memorable moments that fans love to see.
The AFI ceremony footage will likely be shared widely on social media and entertainment shows.
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