Here’s a story that’s got me smiling: Eddie Murphy, one of Hollywood’s biggest comedic legends, has found his match in his wife, Paige Butcher. She’s not just calling the shots; she’s running the show, and Eddie doesn’t seem to mind one bit. An insider exclusively tells Closer that Paige keeps Eddie in line in a way no one else ever has, and it’s working wonders for their relationship. The Murphy household is thriving, and it’s all thanks to Paige’s leadership.

Paige’s Leadership Style: Eddie’s Happiest When He’s Following Orders

Let’s break it down. According to the source, Paige is firmly in charge, and Eddie is more than okay with it. “Paige is calling the shots and Eddie doesn’t seem to mind at all,” the insider reveals. “He lets her rule.” Now, this isn’t just about making big decisions; it’s about everyday life. Paige makes sure Eddie pulls his weight around the house and doesn’t disappear behind a computer screen when family time is calling. And guess what? Eddie’s totally cool with it. He pays for everything and is happy to do so because, as the source puts it, “A happy wife is a happy life is the right slogan for Eddie these days.”

Settling into Domestic Bliss

Eddie, now 63, and Paige, 44, have been together since 2012, and they’ve built a comfortable, routine-driven life together. “Paige insists he does his fair share of household chores and doesn’t slink off to hide behind a computer when they want family time,” the insider explains. It’s a partnership that works, and Eddie’s embraced it wholeheartedly. “Eddie’s settled into domestic life quite pleasantly and wouldn’t dream of changing a thing,” the source adds. Even Eddie’s friends are a little surprised, teasing that he’s become a "yes" man. But hey, as long as Eddie’s happy, everyone else is happy too.

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The TV Routine: Steve Harvey and Family Feud, Anyone?

Eddie’s not just about household chores; he’s got a solid TV routine with Paige. “Every night at 6 o’clock, when I eat dinner, I watch Steve Harvey and Family Feud. On Tuesdays, I watch The Masked Singer,” Eddie revealed during an appearance on The New York Times’ “The Interview” podcast. He and Paige are big fans of singing competitions and other feel-good shows. Eddie might not be as "hip" as he used to be, but he’s got no problem asking Paige to catch him up on the latest pop culture trends. “I ask my wife, ‘Who’s this person?’ She’ll be like, ‘Oh, that’s so and so. They’re the biggest thing in the world.’ I don’t even know what’s going on,” Eddie joked. It’s clear that Paige keeps him grounded and connected to the world outside of his own.

A Love Story: From Big Momma’s House to a Caribbean Wedding

Eddie and Paige’s journey began on the set of Big Momma’s House 2 in 2012. Six years later, Eddie popped the question in September 2018, and after a long engagement, they tied the knot in a breezy Caribbean ceremony on July 9, 2020. The intimate celebration included only close friends and family, making it a truly special occasion. Now, after 14 years together, they’re the proud parents of two children: daughter Izzy, 8, and son Max, 5. Paige has become the anchor of Eddie’s life, and it’s clear that he wouldn’t have it any other way.

Paige Butcher isn’t just Eddie Murphy’s wife; she’s his partner, his confidante, and the one who keeps him grounded. And Eddie? He’s happier than ever, proving that sometimes the best relationships are the ones where one person takes the lead—and the other follows with a smile.

Eddie Murphy Is Secretly Henpecked by Wife Paige Butcher — David Livingston/Getty Images

Of course, Eddie’s journey as a father extends beyond his relationship with Paige. He’s the proud dad of 10 children with five women, including Eric, 35, with Paulette McNeely; Bria, 35, Myles, 31, Shayne, 29, Zola, 24, Bella, 22, with Nicole Mitchell; Christian, 33, with Tamara Hood; and Angel, 17, with Spice Girl Melanie Brown. But with Paige, Eddie’s found a partner who keeps him grounded and happy, proving that sometimes, the best relationships are the ones where one person takes the lead—and the other follows with a smile.