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Martin Short's hilarious first thought about Steve Martin
9 May
Summary
- Martin Short met Steve Martin in 1985 after appearing on Letterman's show.
- Short joked about Steve Martin's wealth upon seeing his art collection.
- They have maintained a close friendship and collaboration for decades.
Martin Short first encountered Steve Martin in 1985, a meeting that sparked a decades-long friendship and collaboration. Short recounted visiting Martin's home to collect a script for "Three Amigos," where he was surprised by the extensive art collection. He humorously commented on Martin's apparent wealth, questioning how he acquired such art based on his comedy performances.
This initial meeting led to their collaboration on "Three Amigos!" in 1986. Recognizing the transient nature of film sets, Short and Martin intentionally cultivated their bond. They have since maintained a close relationship, performing numerous shows together annually for over a decade under various touring titles, and co-starring in "Only Murders in the Building."
