About Eddie Murphy
Lived 1905 – 1973 (aged 68). Eddie Murphy was an American speed skater.
Edward S. Murphy (February 1, 1905 in La Crosse, Wisconsin – September 20, 1973 in Bellwood, Illinois) was an American speed skater who competed in the 1928 and 1932 Winter Olympics.
In 1928 he finished fifth in the 1500 metres event, tenth in the 500 metres competition, and 14th in the 5000 metres event.
Four years later he won the silver medal in the 5000 metres competition.
Don’t just read it —
keep it.
Full-length biographies made to live with: read them, listen on the way to work, watch them tonight.
- E-book
- Audio
- Video
Instant download · yours to keep · every purchase keeps this site free
Important facts
Related people
Same field, nearest in time
Contemporaries
People whose lives overlapped Eddie Murphy's
Frequently asked questions
Who was Eddie Murphy?
American speed skater (1905–1973)
When was Eddie Murphy born?
Eddie Murphy was born on 1 February 1905 in La Crosse.
When did Eddie Murphy die?
Eddie Murphy died on 20 September 1973 in Bellwood.
What was Eddie Murphy's occupation?
Eddie Murphy was a speed skater.
What nationality was Eddie Murphy?
Eddie Murphy was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Eddie Murphy (speed skater)
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Eddie Murphy. https://biography.guide/eddie-murphy-speed-skater/
MLA: "Eddie Murphy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/eddie-murphy-speed-skater/.
Chicago: "Eddie Murphy." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/eddie-murphy-speed-skater/.
Data last updated: 2026-09-22 · Spot an error? Report a correction.
Portrait: Wikimedia Commons · author & licence
Page generated 2026-09-27 05:01 UTC