Through the Years: Steve Harvey

Highlights from the comedian's rise.

Reaching the Pinnacle - After being honored by the Trumpet Awards in January 2010 with their highest honor, the Pinnacle Award, Steve Harvey accepted the award with a heartfelt and tearful speech. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images)
A Man for Humanity - For his impactful work, mentoring young people on building their talents and personal strengths, Steve Harvey received a humanitarian award at the 2011 BET Awards.(Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
Celebration of Gospel - The veteran comedian will return for his 12th year to host BET's Celebration of Gospel, which airs Sunday, April 1 at 8PM.  (Photo: Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Schooling Folks On Love - In 2009, Steve Harvey became a bestselling author and relationship guru when his book Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man became a runaway hit. The film adaptation of the book, titled Think Like a Man, will hit theaters in April 2012. Harvey caused a stir when, while promoting his tome, he advised women not to date atheists.(Photo: Courtesy Amistad Publishing)

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A Man for Humanity - For his impactful work, mentoring young people on building their talents and personal strengths, Steve Harvey received a humanitarian award at the 2011 BET Awards.(Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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