Legendary actor turns up at tiny theatre and leaves audience in total shock

Bill Murray
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When a legendary actor turned up at a small theatre, he completely stole the show.

Groundhog Day and Rushmore star Bill Murray, 74, left audience members open-mouthed when he arrived at the venue in North Carolina, US.

Attendees of the Neighborhood Theatre in Charlotte were in for a shock. The Ghostbusters veteran took to the stage and performed the song Like a Rolling Stone to the intimate crowd of less than 1,000 people.

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Those in the crowd could be heard singing along with Murray, who appeared at the venue where rock band The Cold Stares were performing.

Following the unannounced performance, people took to social media to post clips. Many raved about the viral show, calling Murray "awesome" and an absolute "legend".

Bill Murray is a renowned American actor, comedian, and writer, famous for his distinctive deadpan delivery and unique comedic style. Born on September 21, 1950, he first gained prominence as a cast member on "Saturday Night Live" in the late 1970s, where his performances earned him critical acclaim and a growing fan base.

Murray went on to star in numerous successful films, becoming a prominent figure in Hollywood. Some of his most notable movies include "Ghostbusters" (1984), "Groundhog Day" (1993), "Lost in Translation" (2003) — for which he received an Academy Award nomination — and "The Grand Budapest Hotel" (2014). He is also known for his collaborations with directors like Wes Anderson, appearing in films such as "Rushmore" (1998), "The Royal Tenenbaums" (2001), and "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" (2004).

While his appearance at the small theatre may seem like a rare occurrence, Murray is known for showing up in unlikely places. There's even a website dedicated to his random escapades, dubbed "Bill Murray Stories".

In recent years, he has been spotted serving tequila shots in bars, attending college house parties, as well as mingling with fans at baseball games and at the airport.

Murray has even delivered a White House Press Conference because he just happened to be there to pick up his Mark Twain Prize from President Barack Obama in 2016.