Steve Harvey Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What is Steve Harvey’s Net Worth and Salary?

Steve Harvey, an American comedian, businessman, award-winning show host, and entertainer, boasts a net worth of $200 million. He gained national fame in the 1980s as a standup comedian. From 1996 to 2002, he starred in “The Steve Harvey Show,” a sitcom on the WB network, which totaled 122 episodes across six seasons, where he also worked as a producer. Currently, Steve is recognized for hosting the nationally syndicated radio program, “The Steve Harvey Morning Show,” along with 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 comes from his radio hosting salary.

Early Life and Comedy Career

Broderick Stephen Harvey was born on January 17, 1957, in Welch, West Virginia. Afterward, his family relocated to Cleveland, Ohio, where he completed his high school education at Glenville High School in 1974. Harvey attended Kent State University and later West Virginia University. Throughout his early years, he worked various jobs including boxer, autoworker, insurance salesman, carpet cleaner, and mailman. He embarked on his comedy career on October 8, 1985, with a performance at Hilarities Comedy Club in Cleveland, Ohio. Enduring challenges, Harvey faced homelessness for three years during the late 1980s, often sleeping in his 1976 Ford when accommodation wasn’t offered for his gigs.

In 1990, Harvey reached the finals of the Second Annual Johnnie Walker National Comedy Search, which led to his hosting role on the TV show “It’s Showtime at the Apollo.” Continuing his stand-up comedy journey, he toured with the Kings of Comedy in 1997 alongside Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and Bernie Mac. This tour became one of the highest-grossing comedy tours in history, amassing $37 million in 1997 and 1998. His recognition and success as a comedian opened doors to opportunities including a leading role on the ABC show “Me and the Boys” (1994), his own WB network show “The Steve Harvey Show” (1996-2002), the weekday radio program “The Steve Harvey Morning Show,” which he has hosted since 2000, and appearances in films such as “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

Harvey concluded his stand-up career with his last performance at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on August 2, 2012, marking the end of a 27-year journey as a stand-up comedian. Nevertheless, beyond comedy, Harvey has achieved significant success in various other ventures.

Possibly more renowned as a host than a comedian, Harvey has captivated audiences since starting as the host of the game show “Family Feud” in 2010. His tenure as host has become the longest in the show’s history.

Hosts of the show include Steve Harvey, who is also at the helm of a spin-off titled “Celebrity Family Feud.” His rise to contemporary fame is attributed to YouTube, where numerous viral clips showcase his reactions to the inappropriate or incorrect answers provided by “Family Feud” participants. In 2013, he made history as the first host ever to be nominated for both the Outstanding Talk Show Host and Outstanding Game Show Host Daytime Emmy Awards. That same year, he was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

In 2015, Harvey served as the host for the Miss Universe 2015 pageant in Las Vegas. Despite mistakenly announcing the first runner-up as the winner and needing to clarify his error mere minutes after the crowning, he continued to host the Miss Universe pageant in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2021.

Steve Harvey Salary

From June 2017 to June 2018, Steve Harvey amassed $45 million across his various projects, with the same amount earned from June 2018 through June 2019.

How Much does Steve Harvey earn from Family Feud?

Out of his approximate annual salary of $45 million, at least $10 million is attributed to his role as host of Family Feud, while an additional $20 million stems from his work in radio hosting.

Other Business Ventures

Steve Harvey has engaged in several other ventures, including the release of the book “Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man” in 2009, which later inspired the 2012 film “Think Like a Man.” The hardcover edition of his book maintained a presence on the New York Times bestseller list for 64 weeks. Additionally, he published “Straight Talk, No Chaser” (2010), “Act Like A Success” (2014), and “Jump: Take the Leap of Faith to Achieve Your Life of Abundance” (2016). In 2014, as part of a collaboration with IAC, he launched the dating site Delightful. He also co-created the show “Little Big Shots” with Ellen DeGeneres in 2016, hosting it until 2019. In January 2022, he took on the role of host for the arbitration-based court comedy “Judge Steve Harvey” on ABC.

In 2017, he consolidated all his business activities under Steven Harvey Global (SHG). SHG comprises his production company, East One Twelve, alongside Harvey Events, managed by his daughter Morgan and her husband. The organization also holds rights to international versions of “Family Feud,” including plans for an African adaptation set for 2020. Harvey has pursued multiple business initiatives under SHG, notably launching the Sand and Soul Festival in 2017, an annual event featuring live music, comedy, and a Q&A session with him.

Personal Life

Steve Harvey has experienced three marriages, with his present wife being Marjorie Bridges, whom he wed in 2007. He is a father to seven children: three from his first marriage, one from his second, and the three children of Marjorie that he adopted after their marriage.

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

In 2022, along with comedian Chris Tucker, Harvey was honored with the “Man in The Mirror” Award, a recognition of significant individuals who leverage their influence for positive change.

Real Estate

In February 2018, Steve and Marjorie began leasing a spacious mansion within the exclusive Beverly Park community, located above Beverly Hills, California. This 12,000-square-foot residence, set on nearly 2 acres, was originally offered for lease at $125,000 monthly; however, the Harveys successfully negotiated it down to $110,000 per month, equating to approximately $1.3 million annually in rent. In 2007, the property was on the market for $23.5 million.

In addition to his Los Angeles residence, Steve owns a 9,000-square-foot mansion in Atlanta acquired in 2010 for $3.4 million and a similarly sized home near Dallas, Texas, that occupies 4 acres. In 2013, Steve bought a 5,500-square-foot apartment on the 88th floor of Trump International in Chicago, selling it later in 2018 for $7.7 million.

In May 2020, Steve spent $15 million on Tyler Perry’s former mansion in Atlanta. This lavish, gated home spans 35,000 square feet and rests on 17 acres. Tyler purchased the property in 2017, invested millions in improvements, and later sold it in 2016 to evangelist David Turner for $17.5 million, leading Turner to face a $2.5 million loss on the sale.