Steve Harvey Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What is Steve Harvey’s Net Worth and Salary?

Steve Harvey, an acclaimed American comedian, businessman, award-winning host, and entertainer, boasts a net worth of $200 million. His rise to national fame began in the 1980s as a stand-up comedian. He starred in “The Steve Harvey Show” from 1996 to 2002, a sitcom that aired 122 episodes across six seasons on the WB network, where he also took on the role of producer. Currently, he is recognized for his work on the nationally broadcast radio show, “The Steve Harvey Morning Show,” and for hosting the popular game shows “Family Feud” and “Celebrity Family Feud.” Out of the approximate $40 million he earns annually, $10 million is from “Family Feud,” while $20 million is his salary for radio hosting.

Early Life and Comedy Career

Broderick Stephen Harvey entered the world on January 17, 1957, in Welch, West Virginia. Later, his family relocated to Cleveland, Ohio, where he completed his high school education at Glenville High School in 1974. He enrolled at Kent State University and subsequently attended West Virginia University. Over the years, he worked in various jobs including boxer, autoworker, insurance salesman, carpet cleaner, and mailman. His comedy journey began on October 8, 1985, with a performance at Hilarities Comedy Club in Cleveland, Ohio. Facing significant challenges, including a period of homelessness for three years in the late 1980s, he slept in his 1976 Ford when gigs did not offer accommodations.

In 1990, Harvey became a finalist in the Second Annual Johnnie Walker National Comedy Search, which led to his role as the host of “It’s Showtime at the Apollo.” He continued his stand-up comedy career and participated in the 1997 Kings of Comedy tour alongside Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and Bernie Mac. This tour became one of the highest-grossing comedy tours ever, amassing $37 million from 1997 to 1998. Building on his success as a comedian, he secured roles such as a lead in the ABC series “Me and the Boys” (1994); his own show on the WB network, “The Steve Harvey Show” (1996-2002); and has hosted “The Steve Harvey Morning Show” radio program since 2000, along with appearances in movies like “The Fighting Temptations” (2003) and “Love Don’t Cost a Thing” (2003). In 2006, he released the stand-up special “Steven Harvey: Don’t Trip… He Ain’t Through with Me Yet.”

Family Feud and Hosting

On August 2, 2012, Harvey concluded his final stand-up performance at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, marking the end of a 27-year career in stand-up comedy. Nevertheless, he has enjoyed considerable success through various projects beyond his comedy career.

Harvey has gained fame not only as a comedian but also as an energetic and captivating host. Beginning in 2010, he took on the role of host for the game show “Family Feud.” His continuous stint as host has surpassed that of any previous host in terms of length.

Hosts of the show include Steve Harvey, who also leads the spin-off “Celebrity Family Feud.” He has gained contemporary fame through YouTube, where numerous viral clips highlight his reactions to various participants on “Family Feud,” especially when they provide inappropriate or incorrect answers. In 2013, he made history as the first host to receive nominations for both Outstanding Talk Show Host and Outstanding Game Show Host at the Daytime Emmy Awards. That same year, he was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

In Las Vegas in 2015, Harvey hosted the Miss Universe 2015 pageant. Despite infamously declaring the first runner-up as the winner and having to rectify the error minutes after the crown was placed on her head, he continued to host the Miss Universe pageant for the following years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021.

Steve Harvey Salary

Steve Harvey’s earnings from various activities reached $45 million between June 2017 and June 2018, and he maintained this earning level in the subsequent year, from June 2018 to June 2019.

How Much does Steve Harvey earn from Family Feud?

At least $10 million of his approximately $45 million average annual salary is generated from his hosting role on Family Feud, while another $20 million is sourced from his radio hosting work.

Other Business Ventures

In addition to his television work, Harvey launched the book “Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man” in 2009, which later inspired the ensemble film “Think Like a Man” released in 2012. The hardcover edition of the book enjoyed an impressive 64 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. He has also authored several other books, including “Straight Talk, No Chaser” (2010), “Act Like A Success” (2014), and “Jump: Take the Leap of Faith to Achieve Your Life of Abundance” (2016). Moreover, in 2014, he partnered with IAC to introduce the dating site Delightful. Together with Ellen DeGeneres, he co-created the show “Little Big Shots” in 2016, which he hosted until 2019. In January 2022, he began hosting the arbitration-based court comedy “Judge Steve Harvey” on ABC.

In 2017, Harvey consolidated all of his business pursuits under Steven Harvey Global (SHG). This organization encompasses his production company, East One Twelve, in addition to Harvey Events, which is managed by his daughter Morgan and her spouse. SHG also holds rights to international versions of “Family Feud” and announced an African edition of the show scheduled for 2020. Continuing to grow under SHG, he also initiated the Sand and Soul Festival in 2017, an annual gathering featuring live music, comedy, and a Q&A session with Harvey.

Personal Life

Steve Harvey has a history of three marriages, with his current spouse being Marjorie Bridges, whom he wed in 2007. He is a father to 7 children: three from his first marriage, one from his second, and three children adopted from Marjorie after their marriage.

Alongside Marjorie, he established The Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation, emphasizing youth outreach and educational initiatives. Steve has collaborated with Kent State University to offer scholarships and with Walt Disney World Resort for the Disney Dreamers Academy.

In the year 2022, Harvey received the “Man in The Mirror” Award alongside fellow comedian Chris Tucker, recognizing prominent figures who leverage their influence for positive change.

Real Estate

In February 2018, Steve and Marjorie entered a lease for a sizable mansion located in Beverly Park, a gated community high above Beverly Hills, California. The house, boasting an area of 12,000 square feet on nearly 2 acres, was initially available for lease at $125,000 PER MONTH; however, the Harveys successfully negotiated the rate down to $110,000 monthly. This totals approximately $1.3 million in annual rental payments. Back in 2007, the property was listed for sale at $23.5 million.

In addition to his Los Angeles property, Steve owns a 9,000-square-foot mansion in Atlanta, bought in 2010 for $3.4 million, along with another similar-sized mansion situated on 4 acres near Dallas, Texas. In 2013, he acquired a 5,500-square-foot apartment located on the 88th floor of Trump International in Chicago, which he sold for $7.7 million in 2018.

In May 2020, Steve purchased Tyler Perry’s former mansion in Atlanta for $15 million. This expansive, gated estate covers 35,000 square feet and is set on 17 acres. Tyler acquired the home in 2017, invested millions into renovations, and sold it in 2016 to evangelist David Turner for $17.5 million, incurring a loss of $2.5 million.