Did Steve Harvey face any challenges or obstacles during his childhood?
Steve Harvey was born in Welch, West Virginia, a small town with limited opportunities.
His father was a coal miner and his mother worked in a factory, so his family struggled financially.
He experienced racism and segregation growing up in the 1960s and 1970s.
Harvey's parents divorced when he was young, and he had to move around frequently as a child.
He had a speech impediment as a child, which made him self-conscious and inhibited his communication skills.
Harvey dropped out of high school and joined the military, but was later discharged due to poor conduct.
He worked a variety of jobs, including a mail carrier, a carpet cleaner, and a boxer, before finding success in stand-up comedy.
Harvey has spoken publicly about his difficult upbringing, and credits his faith in God for helping him overcome his obstacles.
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