NYT Mini · 2-Down · 5 letters
Comedian Murphy NYT Mini crossword clue
Editorially reviewed August 25, 2026
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Enter the five-letter first name of the “Beverly Hills Cop” star.
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Why this is the right reference
EDDIE fits because it is the five-letter first name of comedian Murphy, the performer identified by the profession and surname.
Continue this puzzleCohort born between 1965 and 1980, for short →Reference to identify
A profession followed by a surname conventionally asks for the person's first name.
Who or what the answer is
Eddie Murphy is an American comedian and actor known for “Saturday Night Live,” stand-up specials, and films including “Beverly Hills Cop.”
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2-Down in NYT Mini puzzle for August 25, 2026.
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