Darnell works as a cook at the Crab Shack. Darnell received the nickname "Crabman" after Earl forgot his actual name. Ever since, Earl and Darnell's relationship has consisted mostly of: "Hey Earl."

Where is Eddie Steeples now?

Steeples was actually best known for television commercials, specifically as the Rubberband Man in OfficeMax ads. He did little since My Name is Earl, appearing in a few movies -- the last bring Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip. He is currently part of the main cast for the TBS series The Guest Book as Eddie.

What did Darnell do for witness protection?

Flashbacks. The explanation of the reason why Darnell was in the Witness Protection Program is finally shown. He was, whilst a government agent, told to assassinate a nine year old socialist dictator who sadly said that he at least, lived longer then his father.