when it comes to controversial things.
Billy Crystal did a number of impersonations. He wasn't just a verbal impersonator. He did routines AS those celebrities. Sammy Davis Jr. was at one time considered the best entertainer in the world. Crystal could do an amazing routine as Davis, so of course he would dress as Davis, complete with the very different skin tone. I guess he wouldn't do that skit, now. But at the time, it was funny.
When entertainers cross the line with jokes or statements, like so many have done, I do give them more leeway. They talk a lot in their craft, and have to be fast thinkers, and are quick with comebacks. They push the edge. So of course they'll go over that edge sometimes. It's inevitable.
If you look at the Eddie Murphy video, parts of it are in fact making fun of white people. As he does research on being white before he dons his disguise, part of his research involves watching hours of Dynasty, and reading Hallmark cards. LOL. I mean, that's making fun of white people, but it's still funny. (I DO get all emotional from Hallmark cards!)
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