The Short Answer
Steve Harvey has had three wives.
He has been married three times in total, and he is currently married to his third wife, Marjorie Bridges Harvey.
| Marriage | Wife | Years | Children from the marriage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Marcia Harvey | 1981–1994 | Brandi, Karli, and Broderick Jr. |
| 2nd | Mary Shackelford | 1996–2005 | Wynton |
| 3rd | Marjorie Bridges Harvey | 2007–present | None together; a blended family of seven in total |
That gives Harvey four biological children and, through his marriage to Marjorie, three adopted stepchildren — seven children in total.
Who Is Steve Harvey?
Broderick Stephen Harvey, known as Steve Harvey, was born on January 17, 1957, in Welch, West Virginia.
He is an American comedian, television host, actor, author, and producer. He began in stand-up comedy in the 1980s and went on to host The Steve Harvey Show, The Steve Harvey Morning Show, and Family Feud, which he has hosted since 2010.
First Wife: Marcia Harvey (1981–1994)
Steve Harvey married Marcia Harvey in 1981, while he was still building his comedy career.
They had three children together:
- Brandi Harvey and Karli Harvey, twin daughters, born in 1982
- Broderick Harvey Jr., a son, born in 1991
The marriage ended in divorce in 1994.
Second Wife: Mary Shackelford (1996–2005)
Harvey married Mary Shackelford in 1996.
They had one son together:
- Wynton Harvey, born in 1997
The marriage ended in divorce in 2005. The split was widely reported and contentious, and legal disputes around it continued for years afterward. This article does not repeat unconfirmed claims made during those disputes.
Third and Current Wife: Marjorie Bridges Harvey (2007–Present)
Harvey married Marjorie Bridges Harvey on June 25, 2007.
The couple first met in 1990 at a comedy club in Memphis, then reconnected years later, after Harvey’s second divorce. Their marriage has now lasted more than 18 years.
Marjorie had three children from previous relationships:
- Morgan
- Jason
- Lori
Harvey adopted all three, and they took the Harvey name. That is why the family is often described as a blended family of seven: Harvey’s four biological children plus Marjorie’s three children.
Steve Harvey’s Children at a Glance
- With Marcia Harvey: Brandi, Karli, and Broderick Jr.
- With Mary Shackelford: Wynton
- Marjorie’s children, adopted by Harvey: Morgan, Jason, and Lori
- Total: Seven children — four biological, three adopted
Steve and Marjorie have no biological children together. Claims that they have three children together, or that Harvey has a different number of children from each marriage, mix up biological children and stepchildren.
Are Steve and Marjorie Harvey Still Married?
Yes, as far as public reporting confirms.
Rumors about a split circulated in 2023, including cheating claims. Both Harveys denied those claims at the time. Harvey said publicly at Invest Fest in August 2023 that he and Marjorie were fine, and Marjorie also dismissed the rumors.
No divorce filing or confirmed split from Marjorie has been reported since. The couple have continued to appear together publicly, including at Paris Fashion Week events in 2025.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Harvey has not had four wives. The total is three.
- Marjorie is his third wife, not his second. Mary Shackelford was the second.
- Harvey does not have four “baby mommas.” His four biological children come from two marriages, and his other three children are Marjorie’s children, whom he adopted.
- Lori Harvey is not married to Michael Vick. Lori is Marjorie’s daughter and Harvey’s adopted daughter. No reliable source supports a marriage to Vick.
- The Steve Harvey Show was a sitcom, not only a talk show. Harvey starred in the WB sitcom The Steve Harvey Show from 1996 to 2002, separate from his later daytime talk show.
- His books were not published in 2013 and 2015. Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man was published in 2009, and Straight Talk, No Chaser followed in 2010.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many times has Steve Harvey been married?
Three times.
Who is Steve Harvey’s current wife?
Marjorie Bridges Harvey, whom he married in 2007.
Who was Steve Harvey’s first wife?
Marcia Harvey. They married in 1981 and divorced in 1994. They share twin daughters Brandi and Karli and son Broderick Jr.
Who was Steve Harvey’s second wife?
Mary Shackelford. They married in 1996 and divorced in 2005. They share son Wynton.
How many children does Steve Harvey have?
Seven in total: four biological children and three children he adopted through his marriage to Marjorie.
Did Steve Harvey and Marjorie Harvey divorce?
No confirmed divorce has been reported. Rumors in 2023 were denied by both of them, and they have continued to appear together since.
