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Martin Short's Comedy Shows Postponed After Daughter's Death
25 Feb
Summary
- Comedy shows with Steve Martin postponed due to Katherine Short's passing.
- Katherine Short, 42, died by suicide at her Hollywood home.
- Martin Short's family is devastated and requests privacy.
The upcoming comedy tour featuring Martin Short and Steve Martin has been postponed due to the passing of Short's daughter, Katherine Hartley Short. The venues in Milwaukee and Minneapolis announced the delay of shows scheduled for this weekend. Additionally, a stop in St. Louis on October 10 has also been postponed. Katherine, aged 42, died by suicide at her home in Hollywood, California, as confirmed by her representatives. Her family expressed profound grief and requested privacy during this difficult time. Katherine was a licensed clinical social worker and the adopted daughter of Martin Short and his late wife, Nancy Dolman. Her passing comes 14 years after the death of Short's wife from ovarian cancer. Short has previously spoken about navigating grief, emphasizing the importance of moving forward while cherishing memories.
