Barry Blaustein, Eddie Murphy’s ‘SNL’ Writer, Dead at 71

Barry Blaustein, the former Saturday Night Live writer who helped Eddie Murphy create some of the show’s most memorable ...

Who was Barry Blaustein? 5 things to know about the ‘SNL’ writer who died

The longtime comedy writer known for his work on ‘Saturday Night Live’ and Eddie Murphy films has died at 71. Learn more ...

Barry Blaustein, ‘SNL’ And Movie Writer For Eddie Murphy, Dies At 71

Barry Blaustein, a writer who collaborated with Eddie Murphy on "Saturday Night Live" and his "Coming to America" and "Nutty ...

Barry Blaustein, Writer for Eddie Murphy on ‘Saturday Night Live’ and the ‘Coming to America’ Films, Dies at 71

He and David Sheffield teamed on Buckwheat, Gumby and Mr. Robinson sketches and on scripts for Murphy’s ‘Nutty Professor’ ...

AFI's Eddie Murphy Tribute Includes 'SNL' Alumni, Dave Chappelle

The 51st AFI Life Achievement Award tribute to Murphy included fellow "SNL" stars sharing how he broke the mold as an alumnus, plus Dave Chappelle pitching him a future collaboration.