Rollercoaster life of Axel F star Eddie Murphy who overcame murder of dad, faced wrangles over 10 kids & found new love

GUN-TOTING, whip-smart and with a mouth like a docker, Detective Alexander “Axel” Foley became an Eighties icon.

Eddie Murphy’s wisecracking protagonist starred in three Beverly Hills Cop films before appearing to retire, but 40 years after the original hit screens he is back.

PAEddie Murphy as Axel Foley in Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F – the latest instalment in the much-loved music franchise[/caption] AlamyEddie in the original movie 40 years ago[/caption] InstagramEddie with all ten of his kids...