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No one expects two comedy legends to become in-laws overnight; it almost sounds like the setup for one of their movies. But that's exactly what happened. Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence, stars of Life and Boomerang, have taken their decades-long friendship to a new level. Their children, Eric Murphy and Jasmin Lawrence are now husband and wife. Eric and Jasmin went public with their relationship in 2021 and got engaged late last year. They've now tied the knot, but not in the flashy way you'd expect from Hollywood royalty. There was no headline-grabbing ceremony or paparazzi. Just a church, a preacher, and two people in love. In fact, Eddie casually dropped the news during The Jennifer Hudson Show, saying, "Actually, they got married like two weeks ago," before flashing a grin and adding, "We're in-laws." Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence's children had a private wedding View this post on Instagram A post shared by COMPLEX (@complex) Their love story didn't start with their famous fathers. It began through Jasmin's uncle. "It wasn't even our dads," Jasmin once revealed in an interview. "We became really good friends first. We just connected." That early friendship laid a foundation for a relationship that continued to grow quietly, away from the spotlight. Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence/Instagram In November 2024, the couple announced their engagement with a video featuring rose petals, candles, and an emotional proposal moment. Fans were thrilled by the reveal, expecting a glamorous celebrity wedding to follow. But according to Eddie Murphy, those plans never quite materialized. "Everybody was making the big wedding plans," he said, "but they decided they wanted to do something quiet with just the two of them." The ceremony reflected that decision. There were no camera crews, no media coverage, or Hollywood spectacle. Just two people exchanging vows in a setting that prioritized privacy over publicity. Eric Murphy and Jasmin Lawrence/Instagram This shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone familiar with the couple. Eric Murphy, Eddie's oldest child, has always maintained a relatively private lifestyle despite his famous last name. Jasmin, Martin Lawrence's firstborn, has appeared in a few films and TV projects but has never chased tabloid attention. Growing up with comedy icons for parents, they've lived parallel lives. But instead of relying on their family names, they've each forged their own paths, Jasmin as an actress, Eric mostly avoiding the spotlight. There might still be a huge public celebration for Eric and Jasmin LIFE, Eddie Murphy, Martin Lawrence, 1999 The quiet approach even caught some close friends off guard. But for Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence, who have shared more than a few laughs about who would foot the bill, the simplicity may have come as a relief. "He doesn't have to pay for that big wedding now," Eddie joked during his interview with Hudson. Martin Lawrence and his daughter, Jasmin Lawrence Of course, that doesn't mean fans and family won't get a chance to celebrate. During his interview with Jennifer Hudson, he mentioned the possibility of a party. "I think we'll have a big party or something," he said, suggesting that while the wedding was private, the celebration might not be. When asked if he was going to sing, he added that there may be a duet with Martin if things get festive enough. For fans who didn't witness the big moment, they might still get the public celebration they want. And if it ends with Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence doing a musical number, as teased on The Jennifer Hudson Show, it could become a family moment for the ages. Eddie Murphy and his son, Eric Murphy who got married to Jasmin Lawrence/Instagram For now, though, the story isn't about careers, comebacks, or comedy specials. It's about love. About two kids choosing each other. https://youtu.be/fFA6IFF0w-U

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