Steve Harvey's path to success was marked by resilience, especially after going through a divorce that almost left Harvey penniless. His split from his second wife Mary Lee Harvey in 2005 was a stressful time for the budding entertainer. Harvey revealed on the "Club Shay Shay" podcast that he lost all his assets in the divorce, and to make matters worse, an undisclosed individual stole the money earmarked for taxes. This setback left him grappling with a seven-year tax bill, forcing him to pay back the IRS and ultimately leaving him with a mere $1,700.
During this troublesome time, he also reconnected with Marjorie Harvey, thanks to a set-up from his bodyguard. The two had dated briefly in the '90s, and the newly single Steve was open to rekindling the flame. "It was like being reborn. I messed up so many times in my life. She made all the difference," the entertainer told People. "When you're happy at home, you can make a lot of things happen."
Steve and Marjorie got married, and with this newfound inspiration, the comedian was determined to come back stronger. Transitioning away from stand-up comedy, he relaunched "The Steve Harvey Morning Show" in 2005, which eventually became America's #1 syndicated radio show. He also took on hosting roles for the "Miss Universe" pageant, and eventually, ABC's "Family Feud" – cashing in at $10 million per season, according to International Business Times.
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