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Stephen Stephen or Steven is a common English first name. It is particularly significant to Christians, as it belonged to Saint Stephen ( grc-gre, Στέφανος ), an early disciple and deacon who, according to the Book of Acts, was stoned to death; h ...

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Steve Abbott (disambiguation) Steve Abbott may refer to: * Steve Abbott (comedian) (born 1956), Australian comedian and author * Steve Abbott (film producer) (born 1954), British film producer * Steve Abbott (musician) (born 1960), British artist manager, promoter, and consulta ...

, several people *

Steve Adams (disambiguation) Steve Adams may refer to: Sportsmen * Steve Adams (footballer, born 1958), English footballer * Steve Adams (footballer, born 1959), English footballer * Steve Adams (footballer, born 1980), English footballer Musicians * Steve Adams (musician) (b ...

, several people * Steve Alaimo (born 1939), American singer, record & TV producer, label owner *

Steve Albini Steve Albini (pronounced ; born July 22, 1962) is an American musician, record producer, audio engineer and music journalist. He was a member of Big Black, Rapeman and Flour, and is a member of Shellac. He is the founder, owner and principal en ...

(born 1961), American musician, record producer, audio engineer, and music journalist * Steve Allen (1921–2000), American television personality, musician, composer, comedian and writer *

Steve Armitage Steve Armitage (born June 20, 1944) is a retired British-born Canadian sports reporter formerly with CBC Sports. He reported on and hosted ''Hockey Night in Canada'' broadcasts for the Vancouver Canucks for nearly 30 years, the Canadian Football ...

(born 1944), British-born Canadian sports reporter * Steve Armstrong (born 1965), American professional wrestler *

Steve Antin Steven Antin (born April 19, 1958) is an American actor, stunt performer, screenwriter, producer, and director. Early life Antin was born in Queens, New York City, the son of British Jewish immigrants. He is the brother of fellow actor Neil ...

(born 1958), American actor * Steve Augarde (born 1950),arab author, artist, and eater * Steve Augeri (born 1959), American singer *

Steve August Steve Paul August (born September 4, 1954 in Jeannette, Pennsylvania) is a former American football offensive tackle in the National Football League. He played most of his professional football career with the Seattle Seahawks. Through his eight ...

(born 1954), American football player *

Stone Cold Steve Austin Steve Austin (born Steven James Anderson; December 18, 1964), better known by his ring name "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, is an American media personality, actor, and retired professional wrestler. Widely regarded as one of the greatest and most ...

(born 1964), American professional wrestler * Steve Aylett (born 1967), English author of satirical science fiction, fantasy, and slipstream * Steve Backshall (born 1973), English naturalist, writer and television presenter *

Steve Baker (disambiguation) Steven or Steve Baker is the name of: Sportsmen * Steve Baker (baseball) (born 1956), major league pitcher * Steve Baker (footballer, born 1962), English footballer * Steve Baker (footballer, born 1978), English footballer * Steve Baker (ice ho ...

, several people *

Steve Ballmer Steven Anthony Ballmer (; March 24, 1956) is an American business magnate and investor who served as the chief executive officer of Microsoft from 2000 to 2014. He is the current owner of the Los Angeles Clippers of the National Basketball Assoc ...

(born 1956), American businessman, CEO of Microsoft (2000–2014) and owner of the Los Angeles Clippers *

Steve Bannon Stephen Kevin Bannon (born November 27, 1953) is an American media executive, political strategist, and former investment banker. He served as the White House's chief strategist in the administration of U.S. president Donald Trump during the ...

(born 1953), American media executive, political strategist, and former investment banker *

Steve Barker (disambiguation) Steve or Steven Barker may refer to: * Steve Barker (film director), (born 1971), English film director and screenwriter * Steve Barker (soccer), (born 1967), South African footballer * Steven Barker, British man charged in the Death of Baby P S ...

, several people * Steve Bartelstein, American television journalist and umpire *

Steve Bays Steve Bays is a Canadian musician, audio engineer, and producer. He is a member of Canadian bands Hot Hot Heat, Fur Trade, and Mounties. Bays was also the frontman and one of the founding members of Hot Hot Heat. Career Bays has worked with a nu ...

, Canadian musician, audio engineer, and producer *

Steve Beauharnais Steve Beauharnais (born May 2, 1990) is a former American football linebacker. He was drafted by the New England Patriots in the seventh round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He played college football at Rutgers. He was also a member of the Washington ...

(born 1990), American football player *

Steve Belkin Steve Belkin is an American businessman who is the founder of Trans National Group, travel and other services, especially to affinity groups. And a former owner of Atlanta Thrashers and Atlanta Hawks. Biography Belkin was born in East Grand Rap ...

(born 1947), American businessman, former team owner *

Steve Belles Steve Belles (born November 21, 1966) is a former American football quarterback with the Arizona Rattlers of the Arena Football League. He subsequently became a high school football coach in Arizona, amassing five state championships at Hamilton ...

(born 1966), American football player *

Steve Berman Steve Berman is an American editor, novelist and short story writer. He writes in the field of queer speculative fiction. Biography Berman was born on August 28 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and raised in southern New Jersey. Berman realized ...

, American editor and novelist * Steve W. Berman, American lawyer *

Steve Beshear Steven Lynn Beshear (born September 21, 1944) is an American attorney and politician who served as the 61st governor of Kentucky from 2007 to 2015. He served in the Kentucky House of Representatives from 1974 to 1980, was the state's 44th atto ...

(born 1944), American attorney and politician *

Steve Biko Bantu Stephen Biko (18 December 1946 – 12 September 1977) was a South African anti-apartheid activist. Ideologically an African nationalist and African socialist, he was at the forefront of a grassroots anti-apartheid campaign known a ...

(1946–1977), South African anti-apartheid activist *

Steve Billirakis Steve Billirakis (born May 23, 1986 in Hampshire, Illinois) is an American professional poker player. Billirakis won the first tournament of the 2007 World Series of Poker winning the $5,000 World Championship Mixed Hold'em Limit/No-Limit ev ...

(born 1986), American poker player *

Steve Binder Steve Binder (born December 12, 1932) is an American producer and director. He found success behind the camera on television shows showcasing music, when he was only in his early 20s."Elvis the comeback'". ''Record Collector'', 357 (Christmas 2008 ...

(born 1932), American producer and director * Steve Birnbaum (born 1991), American soccer player *

Steve Bjorklund Steve Bjorklund a/k/a Steve Björklund a/k/a Steffan Bjorklund was born ca. 1960 in Chicago, Illinois. He was an early figure in the first punk rock music scene in Chicago. He briefly attended Roycemore School in Evanston, Illinois. His first ...

(born c. 1960), American musician * Steve Blackman (born 1963), American martial arts instructor, bail bondsman, and former professional wrestler * Steve Blum (born 1960), American voice actor * Steve Bradley (1975–2008), American professional wrestler *

Steve Bren Steve Bren (born July 29, 1960) is a former American racing driver from Newport Beach, California. Early life Bren is the son of Diane and Donald Bren, billionaire and chairman of the US-based real estate investment company, the Irvine Company. ...

(born 1960), American racing driver and real estate developer *

Steve Broderick Steve Broderick (born January 1, 1981) is an American vocalist who was a member of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra from 2000 to 2009. Broderick was a backup singer in the band's 2009 album, ''Night Castle'', and the band's 2015 album, ''Letters fro ...

(born 1981), vocalist * Steve Brodie (disambiguation), several people *

Steve Brodner Steve Brodner (born October 19, 1954, in Brooklyn, New York) is a satirical illustrator and caricaturist working for publications in the US since the 1970s. He is accepted in the fields of journalism and the graphic arts as a master of the edito ...

(born 1954), American editorial cartoonist, editor, and producer *

Steve Brown (disambiguation) Steve Brown may refer to: Music * Steve Brown (bass player) (1890–1965), American jazz double bassist with the New Orleans Rhythm Kings * Steve Brown (guitarist) (born 1942), American jazz guitarist with Chuck Israels' band * Steve Brown (compo ...

, several people *

Steve Buccellato Steve Buccellato (born May 1968) is a freelance artist and self-publisher who has worked in the comics industry as a colorist, writer, penciller, and editor. Biography Buccellato's work has been published by Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Image Comic ...

(born 1968), American comic artist, writer, and editor * Steve Bullock (British politician) (born 1954), first directly elected mayor of the London Borough of Lewisham * Steve Bullock (American politician) (born 1966), Governor of Montana, USA * Steve Buttle (1953–2012), English professional midfielder * Steve Burns (born 1973), American actor, filmmaker, and musician *

Steve Burton (disambiguation) Steve Burton may refer to: *Steve Burton (actor) (born 1970), American actor * Steve Burton (footballer, born 1982), English footballer for Östersunds FK, formerly Kidderminster Harriers and Richmond, amongst others * Steve Burton (footballer, bo ...

, several people *

Steve Burtt Jr. Steven Dwayne Burtt Jr. ( uk, Стівен Буртт; born March 7, 1984) is an American-born naturalized Ukrainian professional basketball player. After four years at Iona, Burtt entered the 2006 NBA draft but was not selected. High school car ...

, American-Ukrainian basketball player who played in and Israeli league *

Steve Buscemi Steven Vincent Buscemi ( ,As stated in interviews by Buscemi himself, some may insist that his pronunciation of his own name is "wrong" because it does not match the original Italian pronunciation as well. It is not uncommon for people to pronou ...

(born 1957), American actor, director, producer, writer, and former firefighter * Steve Callaghan, American screenwriter, producer, and voice actor *

Steve Cannon (radio) Steve Bernard Cannon (1927–2009) was an American radio personality who spent 1964-1971 broadcasting from KSTP-AM, then a longer stretch hosting a drive time talk show in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota, the ''Cannon Mess'', on WCCO Radio - 830 ...

(1927–2009), American radio personality and TV host * Steve Cannon (writer) (1935–2019), American writer * Steve Cantwell (born 1986), American mixed martial arts fighter * Steve Cardenas (born 1974), American martial artist and actor *

Steve Carell Steven John Carell (; born August 16, 1962) is an American actor and comedian. He played Michael Scott in '' The Office'' (2005–2011; 2013), NBC’s adaptation of the British series created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, where C ...

(born 1962), American actor, comedian, director, producer and writer * Steve Carroll, American sports broadcaster *

Steve Carter (disambiguation) Steve or Steven Carter may refer to: * Steve Carter (American football) (born 1962), American football player *Steve Carter (baseball) (born 1964), American former Major League Baseball player * Steve Carter (footballer, born 1953), English footba ...

, several people * Steve Carver (1945–2021), American filmmaker *

Steve Case Stephen McConnell Case (born August 21, 1958) is an American businessman, investor, and philanthropist best known as the former chief executive officer and chairman of America Online (AOL). Case joined AOL's predecessor company, Quantum Computer ...

(born 1958), American entrepreneur and businessman, founder of America Online * Steve Casey (1908–1987), Irish sport rower and professional wrestler *

Steve Centanni Steven James "Steve" Centanni is an American former news reporter for Fox News Channel. Journalism career Centanni joined FNC in 1996. During Operation Iraqi Freedom, he served as an embedded journalist with the Navy SEALs and provided numer ...

, American former news reporter for Fox News Channel * Steve Cohen (judoka) (born 1955), American Olympic judoka *

Steve Chappell Steven Patrick Chappell (born 1969/1970) is an American aerospace engineer. He is a Technical Lead & Research Specialist for Wyle Integrated Science & Engineering at NASA's Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, Texas. He is helping to defin ...

, American aerospace engineer, mountain climber and aquanaut * Steve Clark (disambiguation), several people * Steve Coleman (born 1956), American saxophonist *

Steve Coleman (American football) Steven Coleman (born August 8, 1950) is a former American football defensive end who played one season with the Denver Broncos of the National Football League. He played college football at Delaware State University and attended Germantown High S ...

(born 1950), American football player *

Steve Collins Stephen Collins (born 21 July 1964) is an Irish former professional boxer who competed from 1986 to 1997. Known as the Celtic Warrior, Collins is the most successful male Irish boxer in recent professional boxing history, having held the WBO ...

(born 1964), Irish former professional boxer *

Steve Conway (politician) Steven Edward Conway (born October 5, 1944) is an American politician serving as a member of the Washington State Senate. He was first elected to the senate in 2010 after the retirement of Rosa Franklin, and previously represented District 29 of ...

(born 1944), American politician * Steve Conway (singer) (1920–1952), British singer * Steve Condos (1918–1990), American tap dancer *

Steve Coogan Stephen John Coogan (; born 14 October 1965) is an English actor, comedian, producer and screenwriter. He is most known for creating original characters such as Alan Partridge, a socially inept and politically incorrect media personality, whic ...

(born 1965), English actor, comedian, producer and screenwriter * Steve Cooley (born 1947), American lawyer, politician, and former prosecutor * Steve Corino (born 1973), Canadian semi-retired professional wrestler * Steve Coulter, NASCAR team owner *

Steve Cox (disambiguation) Steve Cox may refer to: * Steve Cox (artist) * Steve Cox (American football) *Steve Cox (baseball) * Steve Cox (wrestler) * Steve Cox, a former member of Dazz Band See also * Stephen Cox (disambiguation) *Cox (surname) The surname Cox is of Eng ...

, several people * Steve Davis (born 1957), British snooker player * Steve Dee, American disc jockey and innovator *

Steve Dubbeldam Steve Dubbeldam is a Canadian-American entrepreneur, adventurer, and fashion designer. History Steve Dubbeldam co-founded the denim company Iron Army in 2004. In 2008, Dubbeldam co-founded City of Others denim company. In 2012, Dubbeldam co-fou ...

, Canadian-American entrepreneur and fashion designer *

Steve Dubinsky Steven Dubinsky (born July 9, 1970) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who played in the NHL with the Chicago Blackhawks, Calgary Flames, Nashville Predators, and St. Louis Blues. He played centre and shot left-handed. Biography ...

(born 1970), Canadian hockey player * Steve Dublanica (born 1968), American author and blogger * Steve Duemig (1954–2019), American sports media personality * Steve Dunleavy (1938–2019), Australian journalist * Steve Edge (born 1972), English actor, writer, and comedian * Steve Erickson (born 1950), American novelist * Steve Evans (disambiguation), several people * Steve Foley (disambiguation), several people *

Steve Fonyo Stephen Charles Fonyo Jr. (June 29, 1965 – February 18, 2022) was a Canadian runner with an artificial leg who was a nationally renowned fundraiser for cancer research and treatment, and a former Member of the Order of Canada. Journey for Live ...

(1965–2022), Canadian runner * Steve Fossett (1944–2007), American businessman *

Steve Fox (disambiguation) Steve Fox may refer to: * Steve Fox (American football), college football coach *Steve Fox (footballer) (1958–2012), English football player *Steve Fox (musician), Canadian country music singer * Steve Fox (politician) (born 1953), California pol ...

, several people *

Steve Galluccio Steve Galluccio (born October 9, 1960) is a Canadian screenwriter and playwright, most noted for his play ''Mambo Italiano'' and its feature film adaptation '' Mambo Italiano''. Background Born and raised in Montreal, Quebec to immigrant parents ...

(born 1960), Canadian screenwriter and playwright * Steve Garvey (disambiguation), several people * Steve Gawley (born 1952), special effects artist and voice actor * Steve George (born 1955), American musician and singer * Steve Gibson (disambiguation), several people *

Steve Gilliard Steve Gilliard (November 13, 1964 – June 2, 2007) was an American freelance journalist and left-wing political blogger who ran the website ''The News Blog''. An outspoken and at times controversial figure, he was an influential voice in the left- ...

(1964–2007), American journalist and blogger * Steve Gomer, American film and television director * Steve Gonzalez (born 1980), American soccer player *

Steve Gonzalez (American football) Steve "Speedy" Gonzalez (born May 1, 1981) is a former American football wide receiver who played one season with the Philadelphia Soul of the Arena Football League. He first enrolled at Modesto Junior College before transferring to Menlo College ...

(born 1981), American football player *

Steve Goodman Steven Benjamin Goodman (July 25, 1948 – September 20, 1984) was an American folk and country singer-songwriter from Chicago. He wrote the song " City of New Orleans", which was recorded by Arlo Guthrie and many others including John Denve ...

(1948–1984), American folk and country singer-songwriter *

Steve Gottlieb (disambiguation) Steve Gottlieb is the name of: * Steve Gottlieb (amateur astronomer) Steven Michael Gottlieb (born April 4, 1949) is an American amateur astronomer, researcher, writer and lecturer. Biography Gottlieb grew up in the Los Angeles area, later mo ...

, several people * Steve or Steven Gray (disambiguation), several people *

Steve Griffin Steven Leroy Griffin (born December 24, 1964) is a former American football wide receiver who played one season with the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the twelfth round of the 1986 NFL D ...

(born 1964), American football player *

Steve Hadley (disambiguation) Steve Hadley may refer to: * Stephen Hadley (born 1947), U.S. government official * Steve Hadley (musician) Stephen Hadley is an Australian musician. Hadley was a member of The Black Sorrows from 1991 to 1993 appearing on the album ''Better Tim ...

, several people * Steve Handelsman (born 1948), American journalist * Steve Harley (born 1951), British singer and songwriter, lead singer of Cockney Rebel *

Steve Harvey Broderick Stephen Harvey Sr. Also aired August 16, 2015. (born January 17, 1957) is an American television host, producer, actor, and comedian. He hosts '' The Steve Harvey Morning Show'', '' Family Feud'', ''Celebrity Family Feud,'' the Miss ...

(born 1957), American TV and radio personality *

Steve Harris (disambiguation) Steve Harris may refer to: * Steve Harris (musician) (born 1956), founder member and bassist of the band Iron Maiden * Steve Harris (actor) (born 1965), American film and TV actor * Steve Harris (basketball) (1963–2016), American basketball playe ...

, several people *

Steve High Steve High is an American former women's basketball coach. Prior to retirement, High served as the head coach for the Dodge City Conquistadors women's basketball program from 2007 to 2011, and before that was the head coach at Pittsburg State Un ...

, American former women's basketball coach * Steve Hockensmith (born 1968), American author * Steve Hoffman (disambiguation), several people *

Steve Holt (American musician) 36 Crazyfists were an American metalcore band formed in Anchorage, Alaska in 1994. The band's name comes from the Hong Kong martial arts film ''36 Crazy Fists'' (1977) starring Jackie Chan. To date they have released eight studio albums. Histor ...

, guitarist for the band 36 Crazyfists *

Steve Holt (Canadian musician) Steve Holt (born 1954) is a Canadian jazz pianist. Early life and education Born in Montreal, Quebec, in 1954, Holt exhibited musical ability in early childhood, playing piano at the age of four. By the time he was a teenager, Holt was a regular ...

(born 1954), Canadian musician * Steve Howe (baseball) (1958–2006), American baseball player *

Steve Howe (musician) Stephen James Howe (born 8 April 1947) is an English musician, best known as the guitarist in the progressive rock band Yes across three stints since 1970. Born in Holloway, North London, Howe developed an interest in the guitar and began to lea ...

(born 1947), English guitarist *

Steve Huebert Steve Huebert (born April 5, 1959) is a Republican Party (United States), Republican member of the Kansas House of Representatives, representing the 90th district. He has served since 2001. The American Conservative Union has given him a lifetime ...

(born 1959), Kansas state legislator * Steve Hughes, Australian-born drummer, comedian and actor * Steve Huison (born 1962), British actor * Steve "Silk" Hurley (born 1962), American club DJ, producer, and songwriter * Steve Ishmael (born 1995), American football player * Steve Irwin (disambiguation), several people * Steve Jackson (disambiguation), several people *

Steve Jobs Steven Paul Jobs (February 24, 1955 – October 5, 2011) was an American entrepreneur, industrial designer, media proprietor, and investor. He was the co-founder, chairman, and CEO of Apple; the chairman and majority shareholder of Pixar; ...

(1955–2011), American entrepreneur and co-founder of Apple Inc *

Steve Johnson (disambiguation) Steve Johnson may refer to: Sports American football * Steve Johnson (coach) (born 1956), American football coach * Steve Johnson (tight end) (born 1965), American football player * Stevie Johnson (born 1986), American football wide receiver Ot ...

, several people *

Steve Jones (disambiguation) Steve or Steven Jones may refer to: Arts and entertainment *Steve Jones (English presenter) (born 1945), English musician, disk jockey, television presenter, and voice-over artist *Steve Jones (musician) (born 1955), English rock and roll guitar ...

, several people * Steve Jordan (disambiguation), several people * Steve Julian (1958–2016), American radio broadcaster, actor, and playwright *

Steve Kangas Steve Kangas (''Steven Robert Esh'', May 11, 1961 – February 8, 1999) was a journalist, political activist and chess teacher known for his website ''Liberalism Resurgent'' and highly political usenet postings. His stay in Berlin turned him from ...

(1961–1999), American journalist, political activist, and chess teacher * Steve Kaplan, American-Israeli basketball player * Steve Kearns (born 1956), Canadian football player *

Steve Keirn Stephen Paul Keirn (born September 10, 1951) is an American retired professional wrestler. He is best known for his appearances in multiple National Wrestling Alliance territories as Steve Keirn as one-half of the tag team The Fabulous Ones, as ...

(born 1951), American retired professional wrestler * Steve Kekana (1958–2021), South African singer/songwriter *

Steve Kelley Steve Kelley may refer to: *Steve Kelley (politician) (born 1953), Minnesota politician * Steve Kelley (cartoonist), editorial cartoonist, comic strip creator, comedian, and writer *Steve Kelley, co-host of Canadian reality TV show ''Junk Brothers ...

, American editorial cartoonist, comic strip creator, comedian, and writer * Steve Kenyon (born 1951), English long-distance runner * Steve King (born 1949), American politician and businessman * Steve Klein, several people * Steve Knapp (born 1964), American IndyCar driver *

Steve Komphela Steve Komphela (born 1 July 1967) is a South African football coach and a former player. He is the former manager of Maritzburg United, Kaizer Chiefs, Golden Arrows and Bloemfontein Celtic. He is currently working as a Senior Coach at Mamelod ...

(born 1967), South African association footballer * Steve Kowit (1938–2015), American poet, essayist, educator, and human-rights advocate * Steve Krisiloff (born 1946), American racing driver *

Steve Krulevitz Steve "Lightning" Krulevitz (born May 30, 1951) is an American-Israeli former professional tennis player, and current coach. Playing for UCLA, he was an All-American. He won gold medals for the United States in singles and doubles at the 1977 M ...

(born 1951), American tennis player *

Steve Kubby Steven Wynn "Steve" Kubby (December 28, 1946 – November 20, 2022) was a Libertarian Party activist who played a key role in the drafting and passage of California Proposition 215. The proposition was a ballot initiative to legalize medical mari ...

(1946–2022), Libertarian Party activist * Steve Kuhn (born 1938), American pianist, composer, arranger, bandleader, and educator *

Steve Lacy (disambiguation) Steve Lacy may refer to: Music *Steve Lacy (saxophonist) (1934–2004), American jazz saxophonist and composer *Steve Lacy (singer) (born 1998), American musician Other occupations *Steve Lacy (coach) (1908–2000), American college sports coach, ...

, several people *

Steve J. Langdon Steve J. Langdon (born 1948) is an American anthropologist noted for his work with the Tlingit people of southeastern Alaska. He received his Ph.D. in anthropology from Stanford University in 1977. He has taught anthropology at the University o ...

(born 1948), American anthropologist * Steve Largent (born 1954), American football player and politician *

Steve Lawler (wrestler) Steve Gower (January 24, 1965 – September 2, 2021), better known by his ring name Steve "The Brawler" Lawler, was an American professional wrestler and trainer. He was a mainstay of regional and independent promotions in the Southern United S ...

(1965–2021), American wrestler and trainer *

Steve Lekoelea Steve "Chippa" Lekoelea (born 5 February 1979 in Sebokeng, Gauteng ''as Steve Motsiri'') is a South African football (soccer) midfielder who played for Premier Soccer League clubs Moroka Swallows, Orlando Pirates and South Africa. Career He was ...

(born 1979), South African association footballer * Steve Lemmens (1972–2016), Belgian snooker player * Steve Leung (born 1957), Hong Kong architect and designer *

Steve Light Steve Light (born March 19, 1970) is an American author, storyteller, and illustrator of children's books, and he was born in Staten Island NY. He graduated from the Pratt Institute and then studied with David J. Passalcqua. Light started story ...

(born 1970), author and illustrator of children's books *

Steve Lightfoot Steve Lightfoot (sometimes credited as Steven Lightfoot or Robert Scott Fraser) is a British television writer and producer who worked as an executive producer and writer on the NBC thriller television series ''Hannibal (TV series), Hannibal'', ...

, a British television writer and producer * Steve Lightle (1959–2021), American comics artist *

Steve Little (disambiguation) Steve Little may refer to: * Steve Little (American football) (1956–1999), American football kicker and punter * Stephen Little (born 1954), Asian art scholar * Steve Little (boxer) (1965–2000), American boxer * Steve Little (actor) (born 197 ...

, several people * Steve Lombardi (born 1961), American professional wrestler *

Steve Longa Steven Longa (born September 29, 1994) is a former Cameroonian professional American football linebacker. He played football at Saddle Brook High School in Saddle Brook, New Jersey, where he earned All-State honors his senior year. He played ...

(born 1994), American football player *

Steve Lyons (writer) Steve Lyons is a British writer. He has written several '' Doctor Who'' spin-off novels, as well as programme guides for ''Star Trek'', ''Red Dwarf'' and '' Blackadder''. His ''Doctor Who'' spin-off novels include the New Series Adventure ''The ...

, British writer * Steve Lyons (baseball) (born 1960), American baseball player and announcer/analyst * Steve MacGordon (1892–1916), American early aviator * Steve Madden (born 1958), American fashion designer and businessman, founder and CEO of Steve Madden Ltd *

Steve Madere Steve Madere was the founder and CEO of Deja News (now Google Groups) and holds a Masters in Science degree in physics from the University of California, San Diego. He has held numerous other positions at other firms including IBM, The Kernel Grou ...

, American business executive *

Steve Malovic Stephen Lawrence Malovic (July 21, 1956 – April 13, 2007) was an American-Israeli basketball player. He played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for one season and enjoyed a long career in Israel, where he ultimately obtained Israeli ...

(1956–2007), American-Israeli basketball player * Steve Mandanda (born 1985), French footballer *

Steve Mantis Stephen Arthur "Steve" Mantis (born January 18, 1950) is a Canadian advocate for injured workers and people with disabilities. Best known for years of volunteer efforts to build a "fair and comprehensive" system for workers injured on the job, Ma ...

(born 1950), Canadian advocate *

Steve Mark Steve Mark (15 March 1966 – 20 June 2016) was a Grenadian international footballer who played as a defender. In 1989, he was awarded the 'MVP' award for his performances during the 1989 regional Caribbean competition. He also participated ...

(1966–2016), Grenadian international footballer *

Steve Marker Steve Marker (born March 16, 1959) is an American musician, songwriter, and record producer, best known as a cofounder and guitarist of the alternative rock band Garbage. Early life Steven W. Marker was born in Mamaroneck, New York on Marc ...

(born 1959), American musician, songwriter, and record producer *

Steve Markle ''yes'Steve is a masculine given name, usually a short form (hypocorism) of Steven or Stephen Notable people with the name include: steve jops * Steve Abbott (disambiguation), several people * Steve Adams (disambiguation), several people * Steve ...

, Canadian filmmaker, actor, writer, editor, and producer * Steve Marmion, English theatre director * Steve Marriner (born 1984), Canadian musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer * Steve Marshall (born 1964), American lawyer and politician *

Steve Martin Stephen Glenn Martin (born August 14, 1945) is an American actor, comedian, writer, producer, and musician. He has won five Grammy Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and was awarded an Honorary Academy Award in 2013. Additionally, he was nominat ...

(born 1945), American comedian * Steve Matai (born 1984), New Zealand rugby player * Steve Mazan (born 1970), American stand-up comedian, TV writer, and author * Steve McCutcheon (born 1972), British record producer, songwriter, and musician * Steve McDonald (disambiguation), several people * Steve McMichael (born 1957), American former professional football player, sports broadcaster, and professional wrestler *

Steve McNicholas Steve McNicholas (born 11 August 1955) is an English director, composer, actor and co-founder of dance percussion act Stomp. McNicholas has worked with Cliff Hanger Theatre Co., 7:84, Covent Garden Community Theatre, Pookiesnackenburger Busk ...

(born 1955), English director, composer, actor, and dance group founder * Steve McQueen (1930–1980), American actor * Steve Miller (disambiguation), several people *

Steve Moore (disambiguation) Steve Moore may refer to: * Steve Moore (writer) (born 1960), writer and economic policy analyst * Steve Moore (ice hockey) (born 1978), former National Hockey League player * Steve Moore (playwright), American playwright * Steve Moore (cartoonist ...

, several people * Steve Nash (born 1974), Canadian basketball coach and player * Steve Nemeth (born 1967), Canadian ice hockey player * Steve Nemeth (gridiron football) (1922–1998), American football player * Steve Nguyen (born 1985), Vietnamese-American director, writer, artist, and film producer * Steve Nickles, American lawyer and professor * Steve Novick (born 1963), American politician, attorney, and activist * Steve O'Donnell (born 1954), American television writer * Steve Orlando, American comic book writer *

Steve Owen (disambiguation) Steve or Stephen Owen may refer to: * Steve Owen (American football) (1898–1964), American football player and longtime coach of the New York Giants * Steve Owen (racing driver) (born 1974), Australian V8 Supercar racing driver * Steve Owen (''Ea ...

, several people *

Steve Owens (disambiguation) Steve or Stephen Owens may refer to: * Steve Owens (Canadian politician) (1956–2016), member of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario *Steve Owens (American football) (born 1947), 1969 Heisman Trophy winner *Steve Owens (Arizona politician) Step ...

, several people *

Steve Parker (disambiguation) Steve Parker may refer to: * Steve Parker (artist), multi-disciplinary artist * Steve Parker (defensive end, born 1956), American football player with the New Orleans Saints * Steve Parker (defensive end, born 1959), American football player wit ...

, several people *

Steve Patterson (disambiguation) Steve Patterson may refer to: * Steve Patterson (basketball) (1948–2004), American basketball player and coach * Steve Patterson (sports executive) (born 1958), American sports executive with teams in several different leagues * Steve Patterson ...

, several people *

Steve Perry (disambiguation) Steve Perry (born 1949) is a recording artist and the former lead singer of the band Journey. Steve or Stephen Perry may also refer to: *Steve Perry (author) (born 1947), science fiction author *Stephen R. Perry (born c. 1950), legal scholar and pr ...

, several people *

Steve Peterson Steve, Stephen, or Steven Peterson may refer to: * Steve Peterson (actor), American actor * Steve Peterson (racing executive) (1950–2008), American technical director for NASCAR * Steve Peterson, American musician in Peninsula Banjo Band * Steph ...

(1950–2008), American technical director for NASCAR *

Steve Post Steve Post (20 March 1944 – 3 August 2014) was an American freeform radio artist and the author of ''Playing in the FM Band''. Early life Post, born in the Bronx, became fascinated by radio at about the age of 8 or 10, recording 'broadcasts' o ...

(1944–2014), American radio host *

Steve Rackman Steve Rackman is an English-born Australian actor and professional wrestler, best known for his role as Donk in the film ''Crocodile Dundee''. In his professional wrestling career, he wrestled under the ring name of Steve 'Crusher' Rackman. Rac ...

, English-born Australian actor and professional wrestler *

Steve Rash Steve Rash is an American film director and producer best known for directing such films as ''Son In Law In law and in cultural anthropology, affinity is the kinship relationship created or that exists between two people as a result of someo ...

, American film director and producer *

Steve Reinke Steve Reinke (born 1963) is a Canadian video artist and filmmaker. Life Reinke was born June 5, 1963, in Eganville, Ontario, Canada. He lives and works in Chicago, Illinois, where he is a professor of Art Theory and Practice at Northwestern Unive ...

(born 1963), Canadian video artist and filmmaker *

Steve Rifkind Steve Rifkind (born March 2, 1962) is an American music entrepreneur. He is the founder and chairman of Loud Records and of SRC Records.

(born 1962), American music entrepreneur and investor *

Steve Robinson (disambiguation) Steve, Stephen or Steven Robinson may refer to: *Stephen E. Robinson (1948–2018), American Mormon scholar * Stephen Robinson (born 1955), American astronaut *Stephen Robinson (footballer) (born 1974), Northern Irish football player and coach * St ...

, several people *

Steve Rodehutskors Steve Rodehutskors (November 27, 1963 – October 25, 2007) was a Canadian football offensive lineman who played seven seasons in the Canadian Football League (CFL) with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, BC Lions and Toronto Argonauts. He was drafted by t ...

(1963–2007), Canadian football player * Steve Rohr, American communication expert, educator, public relations executive, and author *

Steve Rubel Steve Rubel is a public relations executive and professional blogger. While with the firm CooperKatz & Co., he advised clients on using blogs in their business strategy and started his own blog, Micro Persuasion, in 2004. The focus of his blog is ...

, American public relations executive and blogger * Steve Rubell (1943–1989), American nightclub owner, former co-owner of

Studio 54 Studio 54 is a Broadway theater and a former disco nightclub at 254 West 54th Street in the Midtown Manhattan neighborhood of New York City. Operated by the Roundabout Theatre Company, Studio 54 has 1,006 seats on two levels. The theater ...

Steve Russell (disambiguation) Steve or Steven Russell may refer to: * Steve Russell (politician) (born 1963), American politician in Oklahoma * Steve Russell (computer scientist) (born 1937), American computer scientist * Steve Russell (writer), Cherokee journalist and academic ...

, several people * Steve Sailer (born 1958), American paleoconservative journalist, movie critic, blogger, and columnist * Steve Sanders (born 1939), American martial artist and police officer * Steve Sawyer, several people *

Steve Sarowitz Steve Sarowitz (born 1965/1966) is an American billionaire businessman, and the founder of Paylocity. Early life Sarowitz earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign. Career Sarowitz owned 44% of Paylocity at ...

(born 1965/1966), American billionaire, founder of Paylocity *

Steve Scalise Stephen Joseph Scalise (; born October 6, 1965) is an American politician who is the United States House of Representatives Minority Whip and representative for . Scalise is in his eighth House term, having held his seat since 2008. The district ...

(born 1965), American Congressman * Steve Schlachter (born 1954), American-Israeli basketball player *

Steve Serio Steven Serio (born September 8, 1987) is a wheelchair basketball player. As a co-captain of the USA Men's National Wheelchair Basketball Team, he led the American men to their first Paralympic gold medal since 1988 at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Paral ...

(born 1987), American wheelchair basketball player *

Steve Sheldon Steve Sheldon is an American politician from Kentucky. He is a member of the Republican party and represented District 17 in the Kentucky House of Representatives The Kentucky House of Representatives is the lower house of the Kentucky General ...

, American politician *

Steve Shelton Steve Shelton (born May 16, 1949) is an American former racing driver from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He raced in the SCCA/ECAR Formula Atlantic Formula Atlantic is a specification of open-wheel racing car developed in the 1970s. It was used in ...

(born 1949), American racing driver * Steve Shutt (born 1952), Canadian former professional ice hockey player and NHL Hall of Famer * Steven Shields (born 1972), Canadian hockey player * Steve Silberman, American author and editor * Steve or

Steven Smith (disambiguation) Stephen, Steve, Stevie, or Steven Smith may refer to: Academics *Steve Smith (political scientist) (born 1952), British international relations theorist and senior university manager * Stephen Smith (journalist) (born 1956), American journalist, ...

, several people *

Steve Smoger Steve Smoger (August 15, 1950 – December 19, 2022) was an American boxing referee from Atlantic City, New Jersey. He refereed more than 200 title bouts, and was one of the more well-traveled of his profession, holding the distinction of offici ...

(1950–2022), American boxing & kickboxing referee *

Steve Soffa Steve Soffa is an American jewelry designer best known for his timepieces that are sold and distributed to Fortune 100 companies. Biography In 1993, Soffa started his career as a salesman at a branding watch company. A few years later, he was ...

, American jewelry designer *

Steve Brantley Spence Steve Brantley Spence (born August 18, 1989) is a convicted felon and former college football linebacker from East Carolina University. On December 3, 2018, Spence was taken into custody while brandishing two handguns on the grounds of Ben L. ...

(born 1989), American football player and federal convict * Steve Squyres (born 1957), American astronomer *

Steve Stenger Steven Stenger is an American attorney and a former Democratic politician. He served as County Executive of St. Louis County, Missouri from January 2015 to April 2019. He resigned his position in April 2019 after being federally indicted on ...

, Democrat politician and County Executive of St. Louis County * Steve Stevaert (1954–2015), Belgian politician * Steve Stivers (born 1965), American Congressman *

Steve Stone (disambiguation) Steve Stone is the name of: * Steve Stone (baseball) (born 1947), American baseball player and broadcaster * Steve Stone (footballer) (born 1971), former English footballer * Steve Stone (ice hockey) (born 1952), retired Canadian ice hockey player ...

, several people *

Steve Swaja Steve Swaja is an American dragster designer in the 1960s. Swaja was responsible for both Tony Nancy wedge cars of 1963, the ''Yellow Fang'' slingshot in 1963, and "TV Tommy" Ivo's ''Videoliner'' in 1965. He designed Tony Nancy's first drags ...

, American dragster designer *

Steve Swallow Steve Swallow (born October 4, 1940) is an American jazz bassist and composer, known for his collaborations with Jimmy Giuffre, Gary Burton, and Carla Bley. He was one of the first jazz double bassists to switch entirely to electric bass guitar. ...

(born 1940), American musician and composer * Steve Swindal, American businessman * Steve Swindall (born 1982), Scottish rugby player * Steve Swindells (born 1952), English singer-songwriter * Steve Talley (born 1981), American actor *

Steve Tannen Steven J. "Steve" Tannen (born 1968) is an American singer-songwriter. He is best known for being in the folk-pop duo The Weepies. Early life and career Tannen was born in New York City, but grew up in Australia and Canada in addition to New ...

(born 1968), American singer-songwriter * Steve Tannen (American football) (born 1948), American former college and professional football player *

Steve Tarvin Thomas Stephen Tarvin (born June 2, 1951) is an American politician from Georgia. Tarvin is a Republican member of the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the 2nd District since 2014. Early life On June 2, 1951, Tarvin was born in ...

(born 1951), American politician * Steve Tasker (born 1962), American sports reporter * Steve Travis (born 1951), American retired singer-songwriter, musician, recording artist and author *

Steve Trilling Steve Trilling (October 2, 1902, New York City – May 28, 1964, Los Angeles) was a Hollywood executive, best known for being second in command to Jack L. Warner at Warner Bros in the 1940s through to 1960s. He replaced Hal Wallis Harold Brent Wa ...

(1902–1964), American film studio producer and executive * Steve Tshwete (1938–2001), South African politician *

Steve Vaus Steve Vaus (also known as Buck Howdy; born April 7, 1952) is an American recording artist and politician who was elected mayor of Poway, California in 2014 and re-elected in 2018. In 2020, he ran for a position on the San Diego County Board of Su ...

, American recording artist and politician *

Steve Wall Steve Wall is a musician, singer, songwriter and actor. He is a founder member of the multi-platinum selling Irish band The Stunning and also The Walls. As an actor Steve is known for roles in the western mini TV series The English (2022); ...

, (fl. 1980's -), Irish actor and musician *

Steve Walsh (disambiguation) Steve, Stephen or Steven Walsh may refer to: * Steve Walsh (American football) (born 1966), former quarterback in the National Football League * Steve Walsh (DJ) (1959–1988), British disc jockey * Steve Walsh (footballer) (born 1964), former p ...

, several people * Steve Weisberg (born 1963), American composer, pianist, recording artist, and producer * Steve Weissman, American sportscaster *

Steve White (disambiguation) Steve White may refer to: Sports * Steve White (American football) (1973–2022), American football player * Steve White (baseball) (1884–1975), Major League Baseball pitcher * Steve White (footballer) (born 1959), former English footballer and ...

, several people * Steve Whitmire (born 1959), American puppeteer * Steve Wilkos (born 1964), American talk-show host *

Steve Williams (disambiguation) Steve Williams may refer to: Music * Steve Williams (born 1953), drummer for the Welsh rock band Budgie * Steve Williams (jazz drummer) (born 1956), Shirley Horn's accompanist and band leader * Stezo or Steve Williams (born 1969), rapper * Steve ...

, several people *

Steve Winn Steve Winn (born 6 November 1981) is a Welsh rugby union player.Steve Winn Newport RFC profile

(born 1981), Welsh rugby union player * Steve Winwood (born 1948), English singer *

Steve Wozniak Stephen Gary Wozniak (; born August 11, 1950), also known by his nickname "Woz", is an American electronics engineer, computer programmer, philanthropist, inventor, and technology entrepreneur. In 1976, with business partner Steve Jobs, he c ...

(born 1950), American co-founder of Apple Inc * Steve Yeager (born 1948), American baseball player * Steve Young (born 1961), American football player * Steve Zatylny, Canadian football player * Steve Zuckerman (born 1947), American television and theater director

In fiction

* Steve, a minor character in the American animated TV series ''

The Owl House ''The Owl House'' is an American animated fantasy television series created by Dana Terrace that premiered on Disney Channel on January 10, 2020. The series stars the voices of Sarah-Nicole Robles, Wendie Malick, Alex Hirsch, Tati Gabrielle ...

'' * Steve, a character played by Christian Tessier in the 1992 movie ''Eli's Lesson'' *

Steve ''yes'Steve is a masculine given name, usually a short form (hypocorism) of Steven or Stephen Notable people with the name include: steve jops * Steve Abbott (disambiguation), several people * Steve Adams (disambiguation), several people * Steve ...

, one of the main protagonists and default player characters in the game ''

Minecraft ''Minecraft'' is a sandbox game developed by Mojang Studios. The game was created by Markus "Notch" Persson in the Java programming language. Following several early private testing versions, it was first made public in May 2009 before bein ...

'' *

, played by Michael Salami in the British web series '' Corner Shop Show'' * Steve the Pirate, a character from the 2004 film '' DodgeBall: A True Underdog Story'' * Steve Austin, the lead character in the TV series '' The Six Million Dollar Man'' * Steve Bolander, a character in the 1973 American coming-of-age comedy-drama movie ''

American Graffiti ''American Graffiti'' is a 1973 American coming-of-age comedy-drama film directed by George Lucas, produced by Francis Ford Coppola, written by Willard Huyck, Gloria Katz and Lucas, and starring Richard Dreyfuss, Ron Howard (billed as Ronn ...

'' * Steve Fox, a character from the

Tekken is a Japanese Media mix, media franchise centered on a series of fighting game, fighting video and arcade games developed and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment (formerly Namco). The franchise also includes film and print adaptations. The ...

fighting game series * Steve Frazelli, in the film ''

The Italian Job ''The Italian Job'' is a 1969 British comedy caper film, written by Troy Kennedy Martin, produced by Michael Deeley, directed by Peter Collinson, and starring Michael Caine. The film's plot centres around Cockney criminal Charlie Croker, r ...

'' * Steve Freeling, in the films ''

Poltergeist In ghostlore, a poltergeist ( or ; German for "rumbling ghost" or "noisy spirit") is a type of ghost or spirit that is responsible for physical disturbances, such as loud noises and objects being moved or destroyed. Most claims or fictional desc ...

'' and '' Poltergeist II: The Other Side'' * Steve Hale, in the American sitcom ''

Full House ''Full House'' is an American television sitcom created by Jeff Franklin for ABC. The show is about widowed father Danny Tanner who enlists his brother-in-law Jesse Katsopolis and childhood best friend Joey Gladstone to help raise his thr ...

'' * Steve Harrington, in the Netflix series ''

Stranger Things ''Stranger Things'' is an American science fiction horror drama television series created by the Duffer Brothers, who also serve as showrunners and are executive producers along with Shawn Levy and Dan Cohen. Produced by Monkey Massacre Pr ...

'' * Steve Hicks, one of the title characters in the 2005 American romantic comedy movie '' Adam & Steve'' * Steve Hightower, a character from the television series ''

The Steve Harvey Show ''The Steve Harvey Show'' is an American television sitcom that aired on The WB from August 25, 1996, to February 17, 2002. It was created by Winifred Hervey and directed by Stan Lathan. Synopsis Steve Hightower ( Steve Harvey) is a 1970s f ...

'' * Steve Holt (''Arrested Development''), in the Fox TV series ''Arrested Development'' * Steve Jackson, a minor character in the 1985 American science fantasy movie '' Explorers'' * Steve Johnson (''Days of Our Lives''), in the American soap opera ''Days of Our Lives'' * Steve McDonald, in the British soap opera ''Coronation Street'' * Steve McGarrett, a character from the television series ''Hawaii Five-O'' * Steve Miller, a character from the 2010 drama film '' The Last Song'' * Steve Owen (''EastEnders''), on the British soap opera ''EastEnders'' *

Steve Randle ''The Outsiders'' is a coming-of-age novel by S.E. Hinton, first published in 1967 by Viking Press. Hinton was only 15 when she started writing the novel; however, she did most of the work when she was 16 and a junior in high school. Hinton was ...

, a character from the 1983 film The Outsiders * Steve Riggs, a character in 1989 American-Canadian fantasy drama movie '' Prancer'' * Steve Rogers, the civilian alias of

Captain America Captain America is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by cartoonists Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, the character first appeared in '' Captain America Comics'' #1 ( cover dated March 1941) from T ...

* Steve Sanders, in the TV series ''

Beverly Hills, 90210 ''Beverly Hills, 90210'' (often referred to by its short title, ''90210'') is an American teen drama television series created by Darren Star and produced by Aaron Spelling under his production company Spelling Television. The series ran ...

'' * Steve Smith, a character from the animated television series ''

American Dad! ''American Dad!'' is an American animated sitcom created by Seth MacFarlane, Mike Barker and Matt Weitzman for the Fox Broadcasting Company. Since 2014, the series has been airing new episodes on TBS. ''American Dad!'' is the first television ...

'' * Steven "Steve" Stevens, a character from the television program Even Stevens and 2003 film The Even Stevens Movie * Steve Stifler, a character from the ''American Pie'' series * Steve Stronghold, a character from the 2005 film ''

Sky High Sky High or Skyhigh may refer to: Business * Sky High Aviation Services, an airline based in the Dominican Republic Film and television * ''Sky High'' (1922 film), an American silent film * ''Sky High'' (1951 film), a US Air Force comedy wit ...

'' * Steve Taylor, in the 2008 British slasher movie '' Eden Lake'' * Steve Toyota, in the 1992 TV comedy '' Revenge of the Nerds III'' * Steve Trevor, in the DC Comics and 1970s television series ''

Wonder Woman Wonder Woman is a superhero created by the American psychologist and writer William Moulton Marston (pen name: Charles Moulton), and artist Harry G. Peter. Marston's wife, Elizabeth, and their life partner, Olive Byrne, are credited as being ...

'' * Steve Urkel, in the TV series ''Family Matters'' * Steve Zissou, a character from the 2004 film ''The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou''