Steve Harvey is an American comedian, actor, television host, author, and radio personality. He started his career as a stand-up comedian in the late 1980s, and in the 1990s, he became a household name with his own sitcom, “The Steve Harvey Show.” He has also hosted several other TV shows, including “Family Feud,” “The Steve Harvey Talk Show,” and “Little Big Shots.”
Steve Harvey Age
He was born on January 17, 1957, in Welch, West Virginia, but was raised in Cleveland, Ohio. He is [agecalc birthdate=1957-01-17] old
Steve Harvey Siblings
He has two older sisters and two older brothers, making him the youngest of five siblings.
His sisters’ names are Mona and Pauline, and his brothers’ names are Terry and Broderick Jr.
Steve Harvey wife
Steve got married on June 25, 2007 to Marjorie Elaine a fashion blogger and socialite who has been a constant presence in his life and career.
Marjorie has three children from a previous marriage, and Steve has adopted them as his own. Together, they are a blended family and have talked publicly about the challenges and rewards of blending families.
Steve Harvey children
Harvey has been married three times and has seven children.
First Wife: Marcia Harvey Steve Harvey’s first wife . The couple got married in 1980 and had three children together: twin daughters Brandi and Karli, and son Broderick. They divorced in 1994.
Second Wife: Mary Shackelford Harvey’s second wife was Mary Shackelford. The couple got married in 1996 and had one child together, son Wynton. They divorced in 2005.
Third Wife: Marjorie Bridges Harvey’s current wife is Marjorie Bridges, whom he married in 2007. Bridges has three children from previous relationships, and Harvey has adopted them as his own. The couple also has a daughter together, named Lori.
Steve Harvey career
Steve His a comedian, actor, author, and television personality. Here is a brief overview of his career.
Stand-up Comedy
Harvey began his career in entertainment as a stand-up comedian in the late 1980s. He performed in clubs and on television shows like Showtime at the Apollo.
Television Hosting
In 1996, Harvey became the host of the television show “Showtime at the Apollo.” He has also hosted several other shows, including “The Steve Harvey Show” and “Family Feud.”
Harvey has appeared on several television shows as a guest and as a host, including “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” and “Celebrity Family Feud.”
Radio Hosting
In 2000, He began hosting his own radio show called “The Steve Harvey Morning Show.” The show became very popular and was syndicated to over 100 stations across the country.
Author
Harvey has written several books, including “Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man,” which was published in 2009 and became a New York Times bestseller.
Acting
Harvey has appeared in several films, including “The Fighting Temptations,” “Madea Goes to Jail,” and “Think Like a Man.”
He is also known for his philanthropic efforts, including his work with the Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation, which provides mentoring, educational, and enrichment opportunities for children and young adults.
Steve Harvey Honors and awards
He has received several awards and honors throughout his career.
- Daytime Emmy Awards: Harvey has won multiple Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Game Show Host for “Family Feud” in 2014, 2017, and 2018.
- NAACP Image Awards: He has won multiple NAACP Image Awards, including Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series for “The Steve Harvey Show” in 2001 and Outstanding Talk Series in 2015.
- BET Awards: Harvey has won several BET Awards, including the Humanitarian Award in 2011.
- Hollywood Walk of Fame: In 2013, Harvey received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the entertainment industry.
- Broadcasting and Cable Hall of Fame: In 2017, Harvey was inducted into the Broadcasting and Cable Hall of Fame for his contributions to television and radio.
- Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Informative Talk Show Host for “Steve Harvey” in 2014.
- Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host for “Steve Harvey” in 2017.
- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Host in a Talk or News/Information (Series or Special) for “Steve Harvey” in 2016.
- In 2015, Harvey was honored with a star on the famous Apollo Theater Walk of Fame in New York City.
Steve Harvey net worth
Harvey’s net worth is estimated to be around $200 million. He has earned his wealth through various ventures in the entertainment industry, including television hosting, radio broadcasting, comedy, and acting.
