Key facts
- Belle Aykroyd attended the Eddie Murphy AFI tribute event.
- Belle Aykroyd attended in place of her father, Dan Aykroyd.
- Belle Aykroyd stated that life prevented Dan Aykroyd from attending.
The American Film Institute (AFI) Life Achievement Award is one of the highest honors in film. Eddie Murphy was the recipient of the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award. Dan Aykroyd, a long-time collaborator and friend of Murphy's, was expected to attend and present remarks.