Norbit Albert Rice is the titular protagonist of the film of the same name. He is a a shy, but lovable nerd. He is played by Eddie Murphy, who also portrayed his adversary Rasputia Latimore, and his guardian, Mr. Wong. Norbit started working for Rasputia's three older brothers Big Black Jack Latimore, Blue Latimore, and Earl Latimore at the Latimore Construction Company until 1985.