Steve Harvey just called out Shirley Strawberry after some really nasty comments she made about his wife, Marjorie. It seems like Shirley might be on the chopping block at work. Steve and Marjorie have already been having a rough time lately, and Shirley’s remarks have only made things worse. Marjorie’s been getting dragged on social media, and Steve might be ready to fight back. Shirley should be careful.
Did Shirley just blow the whistle on Marjorie being a bully? What’s going on? What’s she thinking? What’s she feeling? Maybe it’s best to keep quiet. If you thought the drama between Steve Harvey and Marjorie was over, think again. It’s getting even crazier than we imagined.
If you haven’t been keeping up, here’s the scoop: Shirley Strawberry, who’s both Steve’s friend and employee, recently spilled some tea that made it seem like Marjorie is quite a handful. But things got even juicier when Shirley got caught up in her own mess while trying to defend her husband, Ernesto Williams.
So, Shirley’s been in hot water for a while now because Ernesto was arrested last year on some pretty serious charges. These included fraud and, more disturbingly, possession of child p**n. The charges were just revealed to the public a few weeks ago, and Shirley was absolutely slammed on social media. It looked like she was determined to stand by him, even writing a heartfelt letter to the judge asking for Ernesto’s release and reportedly trying to convince him to escape with her to Steve’s place in Dubai. This led to Steve getting dragged for allegedly helping a fugitive, making things even more chaotic for everyone involved.
But wait, there’s more. Leaked recordings have surfaced where Shirley is heard gossiping about Steve and Marjorie while chatting with Ernesto in prison. It’s a messy situation, especially considering that when Ernesto was first arrested, Steve actually opened his home to Shirley. She had lost her car to the police and was in a rough spot, so Steve offered her a place to stay.
Shirley had a lot to vent about her new living situation with Ernesto, but the timing of her comments was incredibly unfortunate for Steve and Marjorie. If you’ve been following the Harvey family saga, you know there have been ongoing rumors about Marjorie allegedly cheating on Steve with his bodyguard. Some people even speculate that Marjorie is only with Steve for his money, pointing to her murky past and how she seems to control everything in their lives. Given this context, Shirley’s leaked comments only seemed to confirm the worst opinions about her.
So, what exactly did Shirley say that got Steve so worked up? Even though Steve generously let Shirley stay with him and Marjorie, she didn’t exactly show gratitude. In a leaked call with Ernesto, Shirley mocked Steve for being out of shape, saying he was winded after climbing a flight of stairs. She went on, “I’m not working out, but at least I’m walking. I wasn’t winded going up those stairs, I tell you, for real.”
It’s one thing to make fun of someone who’s helped you out during a rough patch, but Shirley didn’t stop there. She also had harsh words for Marjorie, claiming that Marjorie went out of her way to avoid her and acted like she was beneath her when they did meet. Shirley said, “She looked at us as the help. You know that’s not a good feeling, yeah. Right? And that’s, you know, it is what it is.”
Shirley’s comments made Marjorie seem like a spoiled, condescending person who treated her poorly, which only intensified the negative views people already had about Marjorie. The backlash was intense, and Steve eventually had to address the situation on his show, seemingly forcing Shirley to apologize.
We all know Steve is fiercely protective of Marjorie. On a recent episode of his show, Steve and Shirley tackled all the drama head-on. Shirley cleared up her situation with Ernesto, revealing it wasn’t as bad as it seemed. She explained that the letters she wrote to the judge were from before she knew the full extent of Ernesto’s crimes. Initially, it was a fraud case, and that’s why she stood by him. But now that she’s fully informed, she’s filing for divorce and moving on.
Steve started by saying, “I just want to be upfront that my estranged husband has been in jail for over a year now, since right after the 4th of July 2022.” Fans have pointed out the irony in Shirley, who’s known for her relationship advice, ending up in this kind of trouble herself. But it seems like she’s finally come to her senses and is handling things more wisely.
Shirley also addressed her earlier comments about Marjorie. She didn’t shy away from it or try to deny it. “Some phone calls from last year between us were leaked, and you can hear me saying things like you were out of breath going up the stairs and how Marjorie sees us as just help. I want to apologize to both you and Marjorie for what I said. I can’t take back what I said, and I’m truly sorry. I didn’t mean to add any more issues to what you and Marjorie are already dealing with.”
Even so, her apology hasn’t exactly won everyone over. Some fans think she only apologized because she got caught, not because she genuinely thinks she was wrong. It seems she might still feel that Marjorie was unfair to her, but had to make amends because Steve, her boss, wouldn’t let it go. Plus, her apology didn’t quite take full responsibility; she partly blamed blogs and fans for blowing the story out of proportion.
With these tapes out in the open, it feels like everyone’s coming at you right now, including me. But I want to make it clear that the tapes really have nothing to do with the situation between you and Marjorie. It was just me talking too freely during what I thought was a private chat. I’m genuinely sorry for what I said, and I’m not making any excuses. It’s out there now, and there’s no denying it.
It’s been pointed out that the only reason there’s anything to criticize is because of the comments made. It’s a bit strange to see her trying to blame fans, as if we made up the story, when it was Shirley who actually made those comments. She also shared that the reason she’s been quiet for so long is because talking about it has been really tough for her. “It was so hard for me to bring this up. I felt embarrassed and humiliated. I felt like a fool. I wanted to talk, but I just couldn’t find the right words. That’s the honest truth.”
It’s definitely a tough spot to be in. Steve finally spoke out, and he was furious with Shirley. This wasn’t a surprise, considering how protective he is of Marjorie. He didn’t hold back in criticizing Shirley on air, pointing out how her comments made things worse for Marjorie, who faced a lot of hate because of it. “I’m speaking out now because it’s been really rough for my wife. I’ve tried to stay quiet, but I’m not just going to sit here and let this slide.”
On a brighter note, Steve mentioned that all the negativity actually brought them closer together. They leaned on each other for support and came out stronger. “We’re tighter than ever. Thanks for sticking with us. No one’s going to tear us apart. Marjorie is nothing like what was said about her; she’s the best person I know. I’m defending her because that’s what’s right.”
Even though Steve publicly called out Shirley, he didn’t fire her. There’s still some tension between them, but at least she’s still got her job—for now. Insiders say things are a bit strained, but she hasn’t been let go yet.
People are definitely talking, and opinions are split. Some think the comments were hurtful, but others believe Steve’s decision to publicly support Marjorie and let Shirley explain was fair. Another employer might have fired her right away, but Steve’s loyalty is clear. And honestly, Shirley’s comments were fairly mild compared to what she could have said.
It’s a tough situation, but that’s life. Sending good vibes for healing. What do you think about all this? Do you think Steve was right to defend Marjorie and make Shirley apologize publicly, or do you think he was just trying to humiliate her? Drop your thoughts and comments below