Let’s get into it. So, there’s been some serious drama brewing. While Steve Harvey was all big talk about knocking Cat Williams out and shooting his “per” straight, Cat wasn’t having any of it. He fired back with a video on Instagram, clearly addressing Steve’s threats. Can you believe it’s been almost a year since Cat went off on Steve during that intense appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay podcast?
At first, Steve tried to play it cool, saying he wouldn’t even bother responding to Cat. But it seems like Cat’s words really hit a nerve because Steve is still out here throwing threats. Fans are calling him out, and Shannon Sharpe had to step in and check Steve for coming after Cat. So, what’s really going on with Steve Harvey? Is he spiraling because he knows Cat had a point on Club Shay? And how did Shannon Sharpe react to Steve’s threats against Cat? Let’s break it down.
Some people just have that polarizing effect—people either love them or hate them. Back in January, Cat Williams went all out on Steve Harvey during his Club Shay podcast appearance. He didn’t just throw shade; he went full beast mode, calling Steve a total fraud and suggesting he’s just a puppet for the higher-ups in the industry.
This wasn’t just a one-off incident. Cat’s been dropping hints—both subtle and not-so-subtle—about Steve’s shady behavior for years. While Steve’s been out there flashing his charming smile for the cameras, Cat’s been out here spilling the beans on what’s really going on behind the scenes. Remember that freestyle from years ago where Cat went after Steve, Diddy, and Jermaine Dupri?
“What’s happening? I’ll hit you up if JD hasn’t had his fill. Yeah, J King of the… If you ask me, and Steve Harvey, I heard about your book. I’m glad you’re doing well, but you might want to watch what you say before you find yourself in hot water. When I’m around, everyone’s polite. But when I’m not, those guys get all hyped up, and if I’m not there to keep them in check, things can get out of hand. Back then, everyone was quick to call Cat crazy and say he was on something, but clips like this are proof that Cat’s been trying to reveal the shady side of this industry for a long time.”
Now, word on the street is that since that comedy showdown, Steve Harvey hasn’t stepped foot on a stand-up stage. Fast forward to January 2024, and during the Club Shay interview, Cat really let loose. He laid out all the receipts and dragged Steve’s dirty laundry into the limelight. Cat accused Steve of faking his homeless story, ditching his first wife, and then swapping her for Marjorie—all part of some Illuminati deal, according to Cat.
“These stories are just ridiculous. It’s like Steve Harvey claiming he was once homeless—something that’s actually my story, not his. Steve Harvey was never homeless. Back when he and Mark Curry were touring together 25 years ago, he was pulling in $3,000 per show and doing five shows a week. People just make up these stories. This is my way of showing gratitude to my wife for helping me get where I am. You talked about my first wife, but then forgot you said it was her, and ended up marrying someone from Think Like a Man. What’s that about?”
Then Cat Williams dropped some serious truth about why Steve Harvey really left stand-up comedy. According to Steve’s interview on Shannon Sharpe’s podcast, he quit comedy because he was overwhelmed with seven TV shows. But Cat has a different story. According to him, Steve’s exit wasn’t about a busy schedule; it was because of some behind-the-scenes drama that Steve clearly didn’t want to touch on.
“Steve said he stopped doing stand-up because of his seven TV shows. The issue is, when he quit stand-up, he didn’t have those seven shows. He actually stepped away after losing a comedy battle called the Championship of Stand-Up Comedy against me in Detroit in front of 10,000 people. I called him out on his baldness and wig, and that’s why he couldn’t do stand-up anymore. And then he spins this story about getting too big and blaming Bernie and the others for wanting to be movie stars. What’s up with that?”
Cat really turned up the heat when he accused Steve of being a joke thief. He claimed Steve had been swiping punchlines from other comedians from the start. But that wasn’t all—Cat went even further, alleging that Steve was so jealous of Bernie Mac that he tried to sabotage Bernie’s career. Cat even said Steve plotted to steal roles from Bernie, including a part in Ocean’s 11 that Steve desperately wanted.
Cat fired back with: “You ask why you’re not a movie star? I didn’t want to be a movie star. Just like the jealousy that held Bernie back is now holding you back. There are 30,000 new scripts in Hollywood every year, and not one of them is looking for a country bumpkin who can’t talk right and looks like Mr. Potato Head. You’d need range for that role. You wanted the Ocean’s 11 role—so clearly, you wanted to be a movie star.”
After Cat dropped these bombshells on Club Shay, Steve’s team initially said Steve wouldn’t respond to the accusations because he’s all about spreading positivity and staying above the drama. But it’s clear Cat hit a nerve, as Steve continued to simmer and make threats.
Steve’s first move was to keep things classy. Instead of addressing Cat directly, he posted a motivational video on social media. On Family Feud, he said, “You don’t have to address your haters.” Still, the drama wasn’t over. Steve later brought up the situation on a pre-recorded episode of The Steve Harvey Radio Show. Although he hinted that Cat was lying, he didn’t directly tackle Cat’s allegations or deny any of the claims made on Club Shay.
Steve Harvey recently shared a cautionary message on his radio show. He warned listeners to be cautious of people who present themselves as honest just because they speak well. Steve pointed out that some folks are skilled at mixing just enough truth with their lies to make them seem credible. Despite his advice, he hasn’t been able to let go of his own issues. At his Golf Classic event in June, he was still visibly upset. He threw serious shade at Cat Williams, even going so far as to threaten him, but once again, he avoided directly addressing or refuting Cat’s claims about him.
Steve said, “A young man without a role model is like an explorer without a map. How do you figure out manhood without someone to talk to? I want to say Cat Williams is a [expletive]. I can’t say that on the radio, but if I’m live, I’ll destroy you.”
Fast forward almost a year after that explosive sit-down with Cat Williams and Shannon Sharpe, and Steve is still throwing shade. He recently appeared at Invest Fest in Atlanta, where there’s buzz that he might have taken another dig at Cat. A video from the event shows Steve talking about dealing with critics, with a playful but pointed comment about his fighting skills.
Steve joked that if it ever came to a physical confrontation, he’s still got the moves to take down his haters, specifically hinting at someone who’s short and has a perm. “You never have a hater who’s doing better than you. Don’t waste your time dealing with someone who has nothing going on. You’ve stopped your progress to engage with a small-time critic. Don’t do that. I stay away from it. But if necessary, absolutely, I’d handle it.”
It’s clear that Steve’s beef with Cat Williams is far from over, and it’s deeply personal. This drama is just another episode in Steve’s long history of public conflicts, including his past feuds with Mo’Nique and D.L. Hughley.
If Steve and Cat were to go head-to-head, who do you think would come out on top? Do you think Steve actually stands a chance against Cat, or is he just talking big? Let us know what you think in the comments below, and make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss any of the latest news and drama.
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