Steve Harvey: The Man, The Myth, The Screw-up?
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Steve Harvey: The Man, The Myth, The Screw-up?

What happened at Miss Universe 2015?

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Steve Harvey: The Man, The Myth, The Screw-up?

Until a few days ago, I had no real idea who Steve Harvey was. The name was familiar to me but he definitely did not strike me as someone who would be hosting Miss Universe 2015. Well, FYI he did host it, and he seriously messed up. Just watch and see:


HE NAMED THE WRONG WOMAN MISS UNIVERSE

After watching this video, I had a few major thoughts racing through my head.

1. How on Earth did they choose Steve Harvey to host Miss Universe 2015?

Once again, just a reminder. This man is currently the host of "Family Feud"... and he was their best option for the Miss Universe host? That's a little mind-boggling.

2. HOW DID HE MESS UP?!

3. Was this a publicity stunt or did he seriously mess up?

Turns out, it might not have been his fault. After Harvey announced Miss Colombia as the winner instead of Miss Philippines, he pointed to a cue card and said "The teleprompter said Miss Universe — Colombia." One report from social media user, Taylor Ramsey, noted that although he had a card, those cards are largely used just for show. The teleprompter is what hosts rely on, and should have included accurate information. Although Harvey attributed it to human error, there should have been no mistakes in such a high profile pageant.

I think the biggest shock to me was that the people in charge of the pageant are already hoping to have him back next year. “He was funny, he was informative, he’s high energy, he’s got a great following,” said Mark Shapiro, the chief content officer of WME IMG (the company that owns the Miss Universe Organization).

Moral of the story? Everyone makes mistakes but if you ever have to choose between a teleprompter or note cards? Pick the note cards.

Congratulations to Miss Colombia — I mean, Miss Philippines!

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