The Klump dinner scene in The Nutty Professor remains utterly brilliant. | Netflix

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From The Nutty Professor to Axel Foley, Eddie Murphy shares his process for creating some of the most memorable characters of his career. | Netflix

In the 2007 comedy Norbit, Eddie Murphy famously took on multiple roles, including the larger-than-life Rasputia, who weighed around 350 pounds. While many assumed the transformation was achieved using the same methods as The Nutty Professor, the process was more elaborate than most realize. For scenes where Rasputia and Norbit appeared together, the production used a stand-in actress, Lauren Miller. Murphy’s prosthetic bodysuit was built to match Miller’s exact physique, ensuring a seamless loo