Fans divided as Eddie Murphy steps into beloved role in latest Pink Panther remake
Eddie Murphy confirms he will be playing Inspector Clouseau in the new Pink Panther movie
- Eddie Murphy has confirmed he will portray Inspector Clouseau in the forthcoming Pink Panther remake.
- The Oscar-nominated actor, 64, revealed the news during an interview on the Today show, having been in talks for the role since 2023.
- Murphy teased that while the character is famously French, his portrayal of Clouseau will be Black.
- Fans have reacted with divided opinions to Murphy stepping into the iconic role, previously played by Peter Sellers and Steve Martin.
- The original Pink Panther series, starring Peter Sellers, began in 1963, while later remakes featuring Steve Martin were critically derided.