Unraveling the Secrets of Steve Harvey’s Second Ex-Wife, Mary: A Look at Her Controversial History

Steve Harvey is currently in a happy marriage with Marjorie Harvey but has a past marked by two previous marriages that ended in divorce. His second ex-wife, Mary Shackelford, has made headlines for publicizing their tumultuous relationship, showcasing some questionable behavior of her own. Their marriage spanned from 1996 to 2005, and Shackelford has since taken to YouTube to air out grievances, claiming Harvey was unfaithful and neglectful after their separation.

In 2011, Shackelford released videos accusing Harvey of various marital misdeeds that greatly contradicted his public persona as a charming figure. She alleged he manipulated their son against her and left her destitute. Shackelford’s aggressive stance seemed to stem from a longstanding feud with Harvey, further fueled by his claims that she was responsible for a failed collaboration he had with Oprah Winfrey.

However, Steve debunked her allegations that same year, providing evidence showing that Shackelford’s lifestyle post-divorce was quite favorable, including a monthly alimony of $40,000 and ownership of multiple properties.

As the conflict between Shackelford and Harvey escalated, the court intervened, placing a gag order on both parties. This ongoing tension culminated in Shackelford’s arrest in December 2013 for contempt of court while she was battling for custody of their son. She claimed during an interview that she hadn’t violated any court orders and felt frustrated by the restrictions on discussing her divorce publicly.

In addition to her jail time, Shackelford faced potential legal issues from Marjorie Harvey, Steve’s third wife, who considered suing her for defamation after Shackelford accused her of starting an affair with Steve before his divorce. Marjorie’s legal team expressed outrage over Shackelford’s online accusations, hinting at serious legal repercussions for disparaging statements made against the Harveys.