
5 hours ago - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
As Brittany Murphy’s parents await more details from the Los Angeles County Coroner’s office as to why their daughter died suddenly on Sunday, sources close to the family said her father, Angelo Bertolotti, and mother, Sharon Murphy, are in a state of shock. Complete Story...

17 hours ago - By Anthony Mccartney, AP Entertainment Writer
Authorities said Monday it appeared actress Brittany Murphy died of natural causes after becoming ill with flulike symptoms in the days before she collapsed in the bathroom of her Hollywood Hills home.

21 hours ago - By Anthony Mccartney, AP Entertainment Writer
The unexpected death of 32-year-old Brittany Murphy, who gained fame in such movies as "8 Mile" and "Just Married," appeared to be from natural causes but police are investigating, officials said.

Dec 21 - By Anthony Mccartney, AP Entertainment Writer
Brittany Murphy, who gained fame in such movies as "8 Mile" and "Just Married" before giving voice to popular animated characters, has died at age 32.

Dec 20 - By Courtney Hazlett, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Here we are again, processing the death of a public person who was privately the object of concern. Officials are still investigating Brittany Murphy’s all-too-soon death.

Dec 20 - By Christopher Weber, Associated Press Writer
Brittany Murphy, the actress who got her start in the sleeper hit "Clueless" and rose to stardom in "8 Mile" before her movie roles declined in recent years, died Sunday in Los Angeles of what appeared to be natural causes, a Los Angeles County coroner's official said. She was 32.

Dec 20 - By Christopher Weber, Associated Press Writer
A Los Angeles County coroner's official says it appears actress Brittany Murphy died of natural causes.

Dec 20 - By Associated Press
A Los Angeles hospital spokeswoman says actress Brittany Murphy has died. She was 32.
Dec 20 - By Associated Press
The Los Angeles Fire Department has responded to a 911 call from the home of actress Brittany Murphy's husband.
Oct 19 - By Associated Press
Casino operator Harrah's Entertainment says it has hired a former Walt Disney Co. executive to help its growth and development.

Sep 16 - By Associated Press
Louis Murphy didn't get much sleep following Oakland's season-opening loss to San Diego on Monday night.
Jul 17 - By Associated Press
Defenseman Cory Murphy has signed a two-way contract with the New Jersey Devils.

Apr 9 - By Michael Inbar, msnbc.com - Only on msnbc.com
Capt. Richard Phillips finds himself in the dreadful position of being human tender in a standoff between the U.S. Navy and the notorious Somali pirates who’ve waged some 293 attacks on freighters in the past year. But a maritime professor, whose own son is now in command of the ship, says he’s hopeful the outcome is going to be positive for the hostage.
Mar 25 - By Associated Press
Indiana forward Troy Murphy missed his second game because of a sprained ligament in his left knee Saturday when the Pacers played the Chicago Bulls.
Feb 21 - By Associated Press
After making a rapid rise to the majors, New York Mets outfielder Daniel Murphy is still trying to convince himself that last season was real.

Jan 16 - By Associated Press
The wedding ceremony between Eddie Murphy and film producer Tracey Edmonds two weeks ago was only symbolic — and that's as far as they plan to go.

Jan 1 - By Associated Press
Eddie Murphy celebrated New Year's Day by tying the knot with film producer Tracey Edmonds. The pair exchanged vows Tuesday on a private island off Bora Bora in French Polynesia in front of a small group of family and friends, their representatives told People magazine.

Aug 1 - By Amanda Beck, AP Writer
Eddie Murphy acknowledged he is the father of Melanie Brown's young daughter Friday, a day after the former Spice Girl took legal action to establish him as the child's parent.

Apr 24 - By Associated Press
Melanie Brown says Eddie Murphy left her with a baby, a tattoo of his name and no explanation for their sudden split.