What Happened
Katherine Short, the daughter of Canadian actor Martin Short, died on Tuesday at the age of 42. A representative for the actor confirmed her passing, stating, “It is with profound grief that we confirm the passing of Katherine Hartley Short.” The family has requested privacy during this difficult time.
Why It Matters
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office has determined that Katherine’s manner of death was suicide, specifically from a gunshot wound. This tragic event has deeply affected the Short family, who described Katherine as beloved and a source of light and joy in their lives. Katherine was the eldest of three children adopted by Martin Short and his late wife, Nancy Dolman, who passed away from ovarian cancer in 2010.
What’s Next
In light of this tragedy, Martin Short has postponed upcoming performances of his comedy tour with Steve Martin. The duo’s show, “The Best of Steve Martin and Martin Short,” was scheduled to take place in Milwaukee and Minneapolis this weekend but has been delayed due to these unforeseen circumstances. The Riverside Theater in Milwaukee has issued a statement regarding the change.
