“You have to dream big and believe that you will succeed”- Steve Harvey

Broderick Steven Harvey is an American television host, producer, actor, comedian, and writer. He started his career as a stand-up comedian and later became an actor. His television and film debut started simultaneously. Harvey’s flagship show, ‘The Steve Harvey Show’ (1996-2002) on The WB shot him to stardom. He was popularly known for his observational humor and self-help advice about relationships.

Steve Harvey Personal Details

Steve Harvey’s Early Life

• Harvey’s first name ‘Broderick’ is named after Broderick Crawford (actor) of the TV series Highway Patrol.
• He had a stuttering problem during childhood, which he later overcame.
• Harvey shifted to Cleveland, Ohio with his family, when he was young.
• Before being a comedian, he worked as an insurance salesman, mailman, autoworker, boxer, and carpet cleaner.
• Harvey is an active humanitarian and philanthropist.

Steve Harvey’s Educational Qualifications

• Harvey pursued his schooling from Glenville High School, Glenville, Cleveland, Ohio in 1974.
• Later he went to Kent State University and West Virginia University.

Steve Harvey’s Professional Journey

• Harvey began his stand-up comedy career on October 8, 1985, at the Hilarities Comedy Club in Cleveland, Ohio.
• In 1990, he hosted the music TV show, ‘It’s Showtime at the Apollo’.
• Harvey’s success as a comedian, made him bag a lead role in the short-lived ABC show, ‘Me and the Boys in 1994.
• He gained stardom in 1996 with his flagship show, ‘The Steve Harvey Show’, a popular hit among the African-American community.
• In 1997, Harvey performed on the Kings of Comedy tour along with Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and Bernie Mac. It became the highest-grossing tour in history.
• These comedy acts were later compiled into a film by Spike Lee called, The Original Kings of Comedy.
• Harvey hosted a weekday morning radio program called, The Steve Harvey Morning Show, from September 2000 to May 2005.
• From 2003-2005, he hosted the show, ‘Steve Harvey’s Big Time Challenge’, and performed as a comedian as well.
• During this time, Harvey also wrote a book called, Steve Harvey’s Big Time.
• In 2003, he starred as a supporting actor in the films, The Fighting Temptations and Love Don’t Cost a Thing.
• In 2004, he was seen in the films, ‘Johnson family Vacation’ and ‘You Got Served’, followed by an appearance in ‘Racing Stripes’ in 2005.
• Harvey released his stand-up special, ‘Steve Harvey: Don’t Trip… He Ain’t Through with Me Yet’ in 2006.
• He hosted the Disney Dreamers Academy, a teen-focused personal and professional enrichment event, in 2008.
• In 2010, he hosted the television show, ‘Family Feud’.
• Harvey performed his final stand-up act at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, ending his 27-year-old stand-up comedian career.
• He hosted the Miss Universe pageant from 2015 till 2018 in Las Vegas, the Philippines, and Thailand.
• In September 2017, Harvey started with a new syndicated talk show by the name, ‘Of Steve’.
• He hosted New Year’s Eve Special from Times Square for Fox in 2017.
• By the end of 2018, Harvey hosted the 8^th annual NFL Honors.
• He launched a learning hub called, Vault, in 2019.
• Harvey invested in the takeover of HDNet along with Anthem Sports & Entertainment.

Steve Harvey’s Awards and Achievements

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