Steve Harvey born Broderick Stephen Harvey Sr is an American television host, producer, actor, and comedian.
He hosts The Steve Harvey Morning Show, Family Feud, Celebrity Family Feud, Family Feud Africa, the arbitration-based court comedy Judge Steve Harvey, and he formerly hosted the Miss Universe competition.
His accomplishments include seven Daytime Emmy Awards, two Marconi Awards, and fourteen NAACP Image Awards.
Harvey began his career as a stand-up comedian in the early 1980s, and later hosted Showtime at the Apollo and starred in the television sitcom The Steve Harvey Show on The WB.
In 2000, he was featured in The Original Kings of Comedy after starring in the Kings of Comedy Tour. His last standup show was in 2012.
Additionally, Harvey is the host of both Family Feud and Celebrity Family Feud, holding this role since 2010. He also hosted Little Big Shots, Little Big Shots Forever Young, and Steve Harvey’s Funderdome.
As an author, he has written four books, including his bestseller Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man, which was published in March 2009.
In 2017, Harvey founded Steve Harvey Global, an entertainment company that houses his production company East 112 and various other ventures.
He launched an African version of Family Feud and also invested in the HDNet takeover along with Anthem Sports and Entertainment. He and his wife Marjorie are the founders of The Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on youth education.
Steve Harvey Biography
Steve Harvey was born as Broderick Stephen Harvey on January 17, 1957, in Welch, West Virginia, and is the son of Jesse Harvey, a coal miner, and Eloise Vera.
His first name is Broderick, named after actor Broderick Crawford of the TV series Highway Patrol. Harvey had a severe stuttering problem as a child, which he eventually overcame.
Harvey’s family moved to Cleveland, Ohio, living on East 112th Street, which was renamed Steve Harve Way in 2015. He graduated from Glenville High School in 1974.
Shortly after high school, he attended Kent State University and West Virginia University and is a member of Omega Psi Phi fraternity but never graduated.
While Harvey has talked about overcoming his early life and educational obstacles, he later conceded, “It really threw my life into a downward spiral, and I regret not getting that degree.”
Steve Harvey Age
Steve was born on January 17, 1957, and is currently 66 years old.
Steve Harvey Net worth
Steve Harvey’ net worth is estimated to be $200 Million.
Steve Harvey Parents
Harvey was born to Jesse Harvey and Eloise Vera.
His mother, Eloise Vera Harvey was an American educator. She was born in 1914 and she died in 1997 at the age of 83.
His father, Jesse Harvey was a coal miner. He was born in 1914 and he died on April 7, 2000, at the age of 86.
Steve Harvey Siblings
Harvey has three siblings from his parents’ marriage. His siblings include his brother Terry and sisters Mona and Pauline Harvey.
Terry Harvey is an American businessman. He was born in 1959 and is currently 64 years old.
Mona Harvey is a lawyer. However, not much information is currently available about her.
Not much information is currently available about his second sister, Pauline Harvey.
Steve Harvey Wife
Harvey has been married three times. His current wife is Marjorie Bridges, whom he married in 2007.
Steve Harvey Children
Harvey has seven children (four biological children and three stepchildren).
From his first marriage, to Marcia Harvey, he has two daughters (twins Brandi and Karli) and one son (Broderick Harvey Jr.).
From his second marriage, to Mary Shackelford, Harvey has another son named Wynton.
Harvey went on to marry Marjorie Bridges in 2007.
Marjorie was already mother to two daughters, Morgan and Lori, and a son, Jason, from a previous relationship, all of whom Harvey adopted upon their nuptials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Is Steve Harvey?
Broderick Steven Harvey, (born January 17, 1957, Welch, West Virginia, U.S.), American comedian, actor, author, and television and radio personality who first gained fame for his observational humour and later became known for his self-help advice, especially about relationships.
Why is Steve Harvey famous?
Harvey is a comedian famed for Family Feud and Little Big Shots.
He has fronted an array of TV shows, including The Steve Harvey Morning Show, The Steve Harvey Talk Show, Family Feud, and Little Big Shots – which has come to ITV in the UK.
He has also appeared in movies, including Racing Stripes, Love Don’t Cost A Thing and You Got Served.
Who is Steve Harvey’s wife?
Harvey has been married three times. His current wife is Marjorie Bridges.
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