Eva Longoria, 51, almost spills out of very low-cut gown at Eddie Murphy tribute as she models one single glove

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Eva Longoria almost spilled out of her low-cut gown while at Eddie Murphy's AFI tribute in Los Angeles on Saturday evening. 

The Desperate Housewives veteran looked slender as she went bra-free in the black velvet and chiffon Cong Tri gown.

The 51-year-old paired the dress with only one matching sheer glove featuring floral detailing.

The most iconic star known for wearing one glove is Michael Jackson, who famously wore a single, rhinestone-encrusted white glove on his left hand starting in 1983. 

Longoria also had on a double strand diamond necklace with matching earrings as she relied on stylist Maeve Reilly and hair expert Ken Paves.

Eva Longoria almost spilled out of her low-cut gown while at Eddie Murphy's AFI tribute in Los Angeles on Saturday evening

The Desperate Housewives veteran looked slender as she went bra-free in the black velvet and chiffon Cong Tri gown

Inside the event, the Searching For France star posed for photos with Arsenio Hall, Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos, and producers Cris Abrego and Byron Allen. 

Also at the event were Bill Burr, Kevin Hart, Da'Vine Joy Randolph and Kenan Thompson.

The Eddie Murphy AFI tribute will premiere as a special on Netflix on May 31.

Murphy has moved from a teenage stand-up sensation to a breakout force on Saturday Night Live to a box office mainstay with films like Beverly Hills Cop, Coming to America, The Nutty Professor and the Shrek franchise.

Large images from those defining moments filled the venue stage, tracing a career that has crossed stand-up, television and film.

'Eddie made us laugh and made our nation feel better,' said Lee, who presented the award to Murphy. 'I took a camera and told stories on how our nation could be better. ... We both pushed culture forward. ... Every step of this journey, Eddie has been true to himself.'

Comedians pointed to Murphy´s influence across generations. 'There is no us without you,' Rock said.

The 51-year-old paired the dress with only one matching sheer glove featuring floral detailing

Longoria also had on a double strand diamond necklace with matching earrings as she relied on stylist Maeve Reilly and hair expert Ken Paves

On the red carpet at the Dolby Theater

Longoria added a black blazer as she posed with Nia Long inside the event

Lawrence, who starred in the film Life with Murphy, shared a personal moment from early in his career, recalling how Murphy once declined his request for a photo. But now, that shouldn't be a problem since their children married each other in 2025.

'Now I can get all the pictures I want,' Lawrence said with a smile. 'Because we're in-laws.'

Arsenio Hall, Murphy's longtime collaborator on Coming to America, spoke about Murphy advocating for him in the film and highlighted the depth of his talent.

'When Eddie does a family film, he plays a whole damn family,' Hall said.

Chappelle reflected on studying Murphy´s stand-up as a teenager watching 'Raw.' He described Murphy as one of the defining figures in the industry and shared a recent visit to his home, where seeing Murphy´s grandchildren playing offered a deeper perspective on his life.

His wife Paige Butcher smiled as she led her husband into the ceremony

Old images of the star in some of his high-profile projects were on display

'I would watch him every day after school like I was taking a class,' said Chappelle, who also spoke in an interview where he considered revisiting Chappelle's Show, a project he once stepped away from, calling it one of the most meaningful experiences of his career.

Chappelle said Murphy encouraged him to revisit the idea, and even joked about joining the project if it comes to fruition.

'You are still the hero I want to be,' he said.

Stevie Wonder described Murphy´s impact as something that extends beyond comedy. He showed his deep admiration for the comedian-actor.

'Laughter can make life livable,' Wonder said. 'Eddie is more than a comedian... he is a universal reminder.'

Mike Myers, who co-starred in the Shrek films with Murphy, credited him with helping define one of animation´s most beloved characters, calling his character portrayal of Donkey a 'masterpiece.'

Dave Chappelle spoke at the star-studded event

Jennifer Hudson delivered a musical tribute with performances from Dreamgirls, backed by a house band led by Rickey Minor.

The gala, which raised more than $2.5 million to support AFI´s nonprofit education programs, also included the presentation of the Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal to cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw, who spoke about finding her voice through the institute.

Murphy´s career has spanned nearly 50 years, from stand-up stages to blockbuster films, with a versatility that has kept him relevant across generations. In 2023, he received the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the Golden Globes and has spoken about embracing a deeper appreciation for his journey.

'Thank you for giving me this night that I will remember forever and ever and ever,' Murphy said. 'I love you.'

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