At the 2023 TheGrio Awards, Steve Harvey was honored with the Television Icon Award, recognizing his extensive career in media spanning decades. The star-studded event celebrated entertainment luminaries such as Mariah Carey, Eddie Murphy, and Denzel Washington for their remarkable contributions to the industry. When the host of “Family Feud” took the stage, he shifted the focus to his wife of 16 years, Marjorie Harvey.
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In a heartfelt moment, Steve acknowledged Marjorie’s unwavering support, stating, “That woman right there has been down with me like four flat tires.” The camera captured Marjorie’s pride in the audience as Steve continued, “85% of what y’all up here talking to me about happened after I married that girl right there.” Expressing admiration for Marjorie’s faithfulness and loyalty, Steve concluded his speech by presenting the award to her and declaring, “I love you, Marjorie Harvey. I appreciate you riding with me.”
Beyond the glitz of award ceremonies, Steve has made a profound commitment to his third wife. Their union in 2007 marked a new chapter for Steve, embracing his role as a stepfather to Marjorie’s children – Morgan, Jason, and Lori Harvey. Despite initial resistance from his children from previous marriages, Steve made it clear that their approval wasn’t a prerequisite. “I said, ‘Look, you don’t like it? Deal with it. I don’t need y’all’s permission,'” he recalled in a 2016 interview with People. Now a blended family, Steve is a dedicated father to all seven of his children, with a heightened sense of protectiveness over his youngest daughter, Lori Harvey.
Steve Harvey’s journey to success was characterized by resilience, particularly after a challenging divorce that left him on the brink of financial ruin. His separation from his second wife Mary Lee Harvey in 2005 resulted in the loss of all his assets, compounded by the theft of funds earmarked for taxes. Struggling with a substantial tax bill, Steve found himself left with a meager $1,700.
During this tumultuous period, Steve reconnected with Marjorie Harvey, thanks to a setup by his bodyguard. Having briefly dated in the ’90s, Steve, now single, was open to reigniting the connection. Describing it as a rebirth, Steve emphasized Marjorie’s transformative impact, stating, “I messed up so many times in my life. She made all the difference.” The couple tied the knot, and with newfound inspiration, Steve made a triumphant comeback. Transitioning from stand-up comedy, he relaunched “The Steve Harvey Morning Show,” eventually becoming America’s #1 syndicated radio show. Hosting the “Miss Universe” pageant and ABC’s “Family Feud,” he achieved remarkable success, earning $10 million per season.
Despite their flourishing marriage, Steve and Marjorie have navigated persistent rumors, including divorce speculations in 2019 and subsequent cheating allegations in 2023. The couple swiftly addressed these challenges, dismissing them as baseless. Marjorie, in an Instagram post, asserted their resilience, stating, “My husband and I don’t usually stop to address all the foolishness and lies that have been spread about us.” Steve reinforced their unity at Invest Fest 2023, declaring, “Marjorie’s fine. I don’t know what y’all doing, but find something else to do because we’re fine.”
While the couple faced unfounded rumors, Steve expressed frustration over senseless headlines in the past, emphasizing the impact on his family. Recently, they were dragged into gossip suggesting Marjorie played a role in the end of Steve’s previous marriage. Steve vehemently defended their love, refuting the rumors on “The Steve Harvey Morning Show” and urging detractors to cease baseless speculations.
