In response to the recent Pauly Shore video that's been making the rounds on the internet Charlie Murphy has told RapReviews.com the following:

"I love when Encino Man questions the validity of Charlie Murphy's fame... if anyone wants to know why Charlie Murphy is famous, they can come see my stand-up... I've been selling out shows on the road for three years, and I am booked solid through the end of '08... Pauly should come open for me." - Charlie Murphy

For those who haven't seen the video in question here it is: