Steve Harvey is an American comedian, actor, writer, and television host. He got his start performing stand-up comedy in the early 1980s, but has since branched out into numerous other ventures. He gained immense popularity as the host of the game show Family Feud, with his reactions to contestants' answers often going viral.
Alongside hosting Family Feud, Harvey is also the host of Celebrity Family Feud and The Steve Harvey Morning Show, amongst other programs. Not only that, he has previously hosted shows such as Little Big Shots and Steve Harvey's Funderdome. This all makes Harvey a veritable titan in television and an incredibly recognizable face.
Outside of his stand-up comedy and television career, Harvey has written four books, with his best selling book being Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man, published in 2009. His accomplishments seem to only continue to pile up, as he also founded his own entertainment company, as well as having won numerous awards. That includes 6 Daytime Emmys, 2 Marconi Awards and 14 NAACP Image Awards.
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Steve Harvey’s Personal Information
Real Name | Broderick Stephen Harvey, Sr. |
DOB (Age) | January 17, 1957 (65 years old) |
Height | 6'1" or 1.85m |
Weight | 231lbs. or 105kg |
Net Worth | $200 million |
Nationality | American |
Residence | Atlanta, Georgia, United States |
Followers | 9.9 million followers on TikTok and 1.61 million subscribers on YouTube |
Total Views | 201.58 million views on YouTube |
What is Steve Harvey’s Net Worth and Salary?
As of 2022, Steve Harvey's net worth is estimated to be around $200 million, and it is thought that his yearly salary is about $45 million, both according to Celebrity Net Worth. Harvey has become very wealthy from his numerous ventures, with his celebrity status growing more every year. His hosting of game shows, his entertainment company and book sales all earn him a lot of money, and the more his fame grows the more these outlets pay him.
Harvey also seems to have taken to real estate as an investment, as well as a way to always have a place to stay when his job takes him around the United States. Celebrity Net Worth states he is currently leasing a $23.5 million home in Beverly Hills, California for $110,000 per month, and owns a $3.4 million home in Atlanta, Georgia, alongside a similarly sized and priced home outside of Dallas, Texas. He previously owned a property on the 88th floor of Trump International in Chicago. Harvey purchased a second Atlanta home in 2020 for $15 million.
Steve Harvey’s Sources of Income
Family Feud/Other Television Hosting:
At least $10 million of Steve Harvey's yearly salary comes from hosting Family Feud, notes Forbes. As the show is his most popular hosting gig, it likely makes up the largest share of money he makes from hosting jobs, though his other shows still undoubtedly make him good money.
Radio Hosting:
It is believed that a surprising $20 million of Harvey's salary comes from his radio hosting jobs, also according to Forbes.
Production Company:
Harvey's production company East One Twelve is another source of income for the comedian. This as well as his other ventures are united under the umbrella of Steve Harvey Global.
Expenses
Harvey has spent a hefty amount on various real estate properties whether they be for living or as investments. Besides real estate, however, Steve Harvey's next biggest expense would have to be cars; Harvey is a huge car fan, particularly of Rolls-Royces and Bentleys.
One shining example showcasing the extent of Harvey's love of Rolls-Royces is his purchase of the company's flagship model, a Phantom 8. The comedian paid around $535,000 for his fully-loaded vehicle.
FAQs about Steve Harvey
Q. Where is Steve Harvey from?
A. Harvey was born in Welch, West Virginia.
Q. Is Steve Harvey a judge?
A. Despite playing the part of a judge in the show titled Judge Steve Harvey, no, the star is not a legal judge.
Q. Does Steve Harvey still do stand-up?
A. Harvey's last stand-up special was in 2012, and he has made no indication of returning for a special; as such, he currently does not do stand-up.
Did you know?
- Harvey has stated he had to overcome a severe stutter as a child.
- He and his wife Marjorie co-founded a foundation that provides youth outreach services.
- He is a partner with Walt Disney World Resort for the Disney Dreamers Academy, a workshop at Walt Disney World for 100 students.