Overview
- Murphy says repeated consolations, including a shoulder rub from Clint Eastwood, prompted him to leave quietly after losing best supporting actor.
- He recalls predicting Alan Arkin’s win after an early Little Miss Sunshine screening and emphasizes Arkin deserved the Oscar.
- His early exit meant he missed Jennifer Hudson’s supporting actress victory and the Dreamgirls cast’s performances.
- He describes Oscar results as shaped by campaigning, timing and career recognition rather than a simple performance-only formula.
- In Being Eddie, he jokes about the frustration of dressing up to lose and notes he typically avoids award shows.