Years before Eddie Murphy began starring in family-centric films like Doctor Dolittle or the recently released Candy Cane Lane, he was starring on Saturday Night Live and headline comedy specials. The latter were specifically notable not only for the comic’s hilariously dirty jokes but also his distinct outfit choices. What may be the most iconic is Murphy’s red leather suit, which he wore while recording Delirious in 1983. One would think that the ensemble would be hanging in a museum of sorts today but, as it turns out, it was destroyed years ago. You may also be surprised to hear that there’s a wild story behind the vibrant threads’ demise.
The iconic comedian has had a number of notable exploits during his time in Hollywood and made a lot of famous friends. One such person who fits that bill is Keenen Ivory Wayans, who’s known for starring in and directing films like Scary Movie and I’m Gonna Git You Sucka. Eddie Murphy recently recalled that he and Wayans used to have a habit of challenging each other to dares. And apparently, that tendency led to a wild situation involving the highly recognizable piece of clothing from Delirious:
