Martin Short's New Romance Amidst Personal Tragedies

Martin Short has navigated a path marked by profound personal loss, including the deaths of his wife of thirty years, Nancy Dolman, their daughter Katherine, and his elder brother David in a childhood car accident. He also lost his parents during his teenage years.

Despite these devastating tragedies, the 76-year-old actor has reportedly not sought therapy to cope with his grief. Instead, he has credited his friends and remaining family for helping him find solace and move forward.

Recent speculation has linked Short with actress Meryl Streep. Their friendship, which began in 2015, reportedly transitioned into a romance in 2023 while filming Season 3 of 'Only Murders in the Building'.

While representatives for Short initially denied dating rumors in mid-2024, stating they were 'just very good friends,' later reports from March 2025 suggested they were happy as 'boyfriend and girlfriend.' Their families reportedly approve of the relationship.

In an August 2026 interview, Short reiterated his enduring love for his late wife, Nancy Dolman, stating she remained his 'forever wife' and he could not envision remarrying.