FAMILY FEUD host Steve Harvey is back on the air with an all-new season of his court show, Judge Steve Harvey.
The show first premiered in 2022 and was an instant hit among viewers, and now fans want to know if he's really a judge.
Is Steve Harvey a real judge?
On Steve Harvey's unscripted courtroom comedy series, he judges people's real-life conflicts that range from family disputes to sour friendships and everything in between.
He uses his own real-life experiences to give wisdom to the defendants, but he's not actually a judge.
However, the decisions on his show are legally binding, according to Good Housekeeping.
Prior to the start of the show, Harvey sat down with TVInsider to talk about the series, and what sets it apart from other similar programs, such as Judy Justice and Judge Jerry.
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"I knew I had to just be myself," he told the outlet.
"Most judges are interested in the law: These are the facts, and that’s it. I’m going to dig up the story behind why people came to court vs. what they’re in court for.
"I lean on decades of experience dealing with all types of situations and people, and I rely on my street savvy, common sense and humor to get it done."
How can I watch Judge Steve Harvey?
Season two of Judge Steve Harvey will premiere on May 9, 2023.
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New episodes can be watched Tuesdays, starting at 9pm EST on ABC.
The show can also be streamed on Hulu with an active subscription.
Are people paid to be on Judge Steve Harvey?
The people and cases on Judge Steve Harvey are real, and so are the settlements, but litigants are also paid for their appearance on the show.
An appearance on Judge Steve Harvey is worth $1,000, according to MysticArt Pictures, the show's official casting website.
In terms of judgments, those who go on the show are able to seek up to $10,000.
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