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flag Eddie Murphy reveals lifelong OCD, linking it to his comedy career and urging mental health awareness.

flag Eddie Murphy has publicly disclosed his lifelong struggle with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) for the first time, revealing he recognized symptoms like compulsive checking and counting during his early comedy career, initially attributing them to work ethic. flag He didn’t receive a formal diagnosis until later in life, after seeing a news segment that mirrored his behaviors. flag In his new Netflix documentary, Being Eddie, Murphy shares how he stopped the compulsions cold turkey but still occasionally checks the gas. flag He links his attention to detail—possibly tied to OCD—to his comedic talent and emphasizes self-acceptance and the importance of seeking help, hoping to reduce stigma around mental health in entertainment.

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