Career Timeline of Steve Harvey: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Steve Harvey built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Steve Harvey is a multifaceted American entertainer renowned for his work as a comedian, television host, actor, writer, and producer. He is the host of popular shows like *The Steve Harvey Morning Show*, *Family Feud*, and *Judge Steve Harvey*. Previously, he hosted the Miss Universe competition. Harvey's career is decorated with prestigious accolades, including multiple Daytime Emmy Awards, Marconi Awards, and NAACP Image Awards, acknowledging his significant contributions to the entertainment industry.
April 16, 1990: Finalist in Johnnie Walker National Comedy Search
On April 16, 1990, Steve Harvey was a finalist in the Second Annual Johnnie Walker National Comedy Search.
1994: Starred in "Me and the Boys"
In 1994, Steve Harvey starred in the short-lived ABC series "Me and the Boys."
1996: Starred in "The Steve Harvey Show"
In 1996, Steve Harvey began starring in "The Steve Harvey Show" on The WB network, which ran until 2002.
1997: Performed on the Kings of Comedy Tour
In 1997, Steve Harvey performed on the Kings of Comedy tour alongside Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley, and Bernie Mac.
September 2000: Started hosting The Steve Harvey Morning Show
In September 2000, Steve Harvey began hosting The Steve Harvey Morning Show, a weekday morning radio program syndicated through Radio One, Inc.
2000: Featured in The Original Kings of Comedy
In 2000, Steve Harvey was featured in The Original Kings of Comedy after starring in the Kings of Comedy Tour.
2002: End of "The Steve Harvey Show"
In 2002, "The Steve Harvey Show" on The WB network ended after starting in 1996.
2003: Appearance in The Fighting Temptations and Love Don't Cost a Thing
In 2003, Steve Harvey appeared in the movie The Fighting Temptations and played the role of Clarence Johnson in the film Love Don't Cost a Thing.
2003: Aired "The Original Kings of Comedy"
In 2003, The comedy act from Kings of Comedy tour would later be put together into a film by Spike Lee called The Original Kings of Comedy.
2004: Roles in Johnson Family Vacation and You Got Served
In 2004, Steve Harvey had roles in the films Johnson Family Vacation and You Got Served.
May 2005: The Steve Harvey Morning Show syndicated through Radio One, Inc. ended
In May 2005, The Steve Harvey Morning Show syndication through Radio One, Inc. ended.
2005: Co-starred in Racing Stripes
In 2005, Steve Harvey co-starred in the movie Racing Stripes as the voice of Buzz.
2005: End of "Steve Harvey's Big Time Challenge"
In 2005, Steve Harvey's comedy and variety television show (later renamed Steve Harvey's Big Time Challenge) aired on The WB network for the last time.
2006: Released "Steve Harvey: Don't Trip... He Ain't Through with Me Yet"
In 2006, Steve Harvey released the stand-up special "Steve Harvey: Don't Trip... He Ain't Through with Me Yet" directed by Leslie Small, filmed at MegaFest.
2008: Hosted Disney Dreamers Academy
In 2008, from January 17–20, Steve Harvey hosted the Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
2009: Released "Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man"
In 2009, Steve Harvey released the book "Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man", offering advice on relationships.
September 2010: Began Hosting Family Feud
In September 2010, Steve Harvey started hosting Family Feud, leading to improved ratings for the show. He also hosts Celebrity Family Feud.
2010: Host of Family Feud
Since 2010, Steve Harvey has been the host of both Family Feud and Celebrity Family Feud, becoming a prominent figure in the game show world.
August 2, 2012: Final Stand-up Act
On August 2, 2012, Steve Harvey performed his final stand-up act at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, ending a 27-year career.
2012: Harvey's last standup show
In 2012, Steve Harvey performed his last standup show, marking the end of his stand-up comedy career.
2012: Film Adaptation of "Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man"
In 2012, the film "Think Like a Man," based on Steve Harvey's book, was released.
2013: Daytime Emmy Award Nominations and Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
In 2013, Steve Harvey received two Daytime Emmy Award nominations and was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
January 2016: Gave Motivational Speech and Inspiration for "Jump"
In January 2016, Steve Harvey gave a motivational speech emphasizing embracing one's innate talents, which later inspired his book "Jump: Take the Leap of Faith to Achieve Your Life of Abundance."
October 2016: Hosting Revival Specials of Showtime at the Apollo
In October 2016, it was announced that Steve Harvey would host two revival specials of Showtime at the Apollo for Fox.
2016: Launched Little Big Shots
In 2016, Steve Harvey co-created and launched Little Big Shots with Ellen DeGeneres. Harvey hosted the show until 2019.
2016: Miss Universe 2016 Pageant
In 2016, Steve Harvey hosted the Miss Universe pageant.
January 30, 2017: Hosted Miss Universe 2016
On January 30, 2017, Steve Harvey hosted the Miss Universe 2016 pageant in the Philippines, expressing his desire to apologize to the Filipino people for the previous year's incident.
September 2017: Premiere of Steve talk show
In September 2017, Steve Harvey's new syndicated talk show, Steve, premiered. The new show was more celebrity- and comedy-oriented, giving Harvey more creative control compared to his previous program.
November 26, 2017: Hosted Miss Universe 2017
On November 26, 2017, Steve Harvey hosted the Miss Universe 2017 pageant in Las Vegas.
2017: Founded Steve Harvey Global
In 2017, Steve Harvey founded Steve Harvey Global, an entertainment company encompassing his production company East 112 and various other ventures.
2017: Hosted New Year's Eve Special and Officiated Wedding
In 2017, Steve Harvey hosted a New Year's Eve special from Times Square for Fox and was ordained to officiate an on-air wedding during the special.
2017: Consolidated Businesses under Steve Harvey Global
In 2017, Steve Harvey united all his businesses under Steve Harvey Global (SHG), including East One Twelve.
December 17, 2018: Hosted Miss Universe 2018
On December 17, 2018, Steve Harvey hosted the Miss Universe 2018 pageant in Thailand.
2018: Harvey Events produced FroRibbean Fest
In 2018, Harvey Events produced the FroRibbean Fest in Atlanta.
2018: Move to Los Angeles
In 2018, Steve Harvey moved his talk show, radio show, and Family Feud to Los Angeles.
2018: Hosting the NFL Honors
In 2018, Steve Harvey was announced as the host for the eighth annual NFL Honors. Harvey mentioned he had wanted to host the show for a long time.
December 8, 2019: Hosted Miss Universe 2019
On December 8, 2019, Steve Harvey hosted the Miss Universe 2019 pageant in Atlanta, Georgia, where he mistakenly announced the wrong winner for the National Costume contest.
2019: The Steve Harvey Morning Show is syndicated through the United States.
As of 2019, The Steve Harvey Morning Show is syndicated throughout the United States.
2019: End of hosting duties for Little Big Shots
In 2019, Steve Harvey ended his hosting duties for Little Big Shots.
2019: Launch of Vault Learning Hub and Investment in HDNet Takeover
In 2019, Steve Harvey launched a learning hub called Vault. He also invested in the takeover of HDNet along with Anthem Sports & Entertainment.
2020: Launch of African version of Family Feud announced
In 2020, the launch of an African version of Family Feud, owned by Steve Harvey Global, was announced.
December 13, 2021: Hosted Miss Universe 2021
On December 13, 2021, Steve Harvey hosted the Miss Universe 2021 pageant in Israel.
January 2022: Hosting Judge Steve Harvey on ABC
In January 2022, Steve Harvey began hosting the arbitration-based court comedy Judge Steve Harvey on ABC.
March 2024: Joining Merit Street Media
In March 2024, it was announced that Steve Harvey would join Merit Street Media, a multi-platform media outlet owned by Phil McGraw.
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