Comedian, actor, television writer and producer Martin Short is a shining star in Hollywood. While he has never really been out of the spotlight, his recent success with Only Murders in The Building has increased his popularity among a new generation of entertainment lovers. So, today we are looking at veteran star Martin Short’s net worth, movies and TV shows, wife, personal life, and more.
Martin Short’s friend and Only Murders in The Building co-star Steve Martin recently released his documentary STEVE! (Martin) A Documentary in 2 Pieces, featuring appearances by both Short and Selena Gomez, who has shared a social media post in tribute to her veteran co-stars. Following the footsteps of his other co-star Jane Lynch, Short is set to be inaugurated as Mayor of Funner, California.
Of late, Short’s personal life has received some attention, fueled by actress Meryl Streep who joined the cast of OMITB in season 3. Streep will continue to appear season 4 as Loretta Durkin, an actress and the love interest to Short’s Oliver Putnam. The on-screen chemistry between Streep and Short has sparked speculations about a real-life romance budding between the two Hollywood stars, though both have denied the rumours, saying they are just close friends. The duo were recently spotted attending a Broadway show together.
As we eagerly await the next season of Only Murders in The Building, which is currently in the works, to drop, let’s take a look at the veteran actor and comedian Martin Short’s net worth, movies and TV shows, and more interesting facts about him.
All about Martin Short: Net worth, best movies and TV shows, plus other things to know
Ticket to Broadway
After its huge success on Broadway, the hit musical Godspell came to Toronto, kickstarting the careers of some of the biggest names in the industry. Among them, Martin Short, who went to the auditorium for the audition with his college friend Eugene Levy. Short also met Andrea Martin (who later became his sister-in-law), Victor Garber, and Paul Shaffer during the audition. After this on-stage experience, Short mostly continued with his film and TV career, honing his skills further before returning on-stage in 1993 with Neil Simon’s The Goodbye Girl on Broadway.
His spectacular performance on the show earned him his first-ever Tony nomination. Even though he missed the chance to win that Tony, his time would come in 1999, when he finally bagged the trophy for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance in Little Me. Four years later, Short starred in a Los Angeles production of The Producers and also did a one-man act Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me on Broadway from August 2006 to January 2007. After a break, Short again performed at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre as James Wicker in It’s Only a Play.
Short has a long and incredible television career
The Ontario-born Canadian comedian started his career in 1972 with TV shows Right On and Cucumber. After that, he appeared 10 times on the sketch comedy David Steinberg Show (1976–77). The actor also joined Toronto’s The Second City improv group during this time to further sharpen his acting skills. Then, he got a chance to write for Second City Television (SCTV), and even performed on the show from 1982 to 1983.
In 1984, Martin Short received the opportunity to join the cast of Saturday Night Live for one season. Since then, he has hosted the show thrice, and even joined the celebration for the 40th anniversary special of the comedy show. After SNL, Short’s popularity catapulted through the roof, and he created an animated series The Completely Mental Misadventures of Ed Grimey (1988), the NBC variety show Maya & Marty (2016), and Primetime Glick (2001–2003). In 1994, the comedy actor came up with the sitcom version of The Martin Short Show, and in 1999, he released the syndicated talk show version of the production.
In the later part of his impressive career, Martin guest-starred on a variety of TV shows including Arrested Development (2005), How I Met Your Mother (2011–2012), and the Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (2015). In 2018, he took to the stage with his best friend Steve Martin, forming a comedic duo for the Netflix special Steve Martin and Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life.
He also has an impressive film career
Martin started his big screen journey with the 1979 movie Lost and Found. Almost six years later, he returned to the movie theatres with Steve Martin and Chevy Chase in Three Amigos! His glorious filmography also includes movies like Innerspace (1987), Cross My Heart (1987), Three Fugitives (1989), and The Big Picture (1989). The two best friends Steve Martin and Martin Short reunited again on the set of Father of the Bride and its sequel. Moreover, Short has also lent his creative voice to many animated projects such as The Prince of Egypt (1998), Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted (2012), and The Addams Family (2019). Martin Short boasts a remarkable career across numerous movies and TV shows, with more than 40 hits under his belt. Now, he has made his mark on the DC universe with a role in Aquaman 2.
He has several accolades to his name
The multitalented Hollywood celebrity has several accolades to his name. His multifaceted talents have earned him honours in different areas. His award collection started with a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing in a Variety or Music Program for SCTV in 1983. He has also earned an an Outstanding Variety Special Emmy in 2014 for the AFI Life Achievement Award: Mel Brooks.
Short’s outstanding stage work has earned him multiple honours. He bagged an Outer Critics Circle Award and Theater World Award for The Goodbye Girl in 1993 and Outer Critics Circle Award and Tony Award for Little Me in 1999.
The Canadian actor has also received four Canadian Screen Awards between 2016 and 2019. In 1995, he was presented with an Earl Grey Lifetime Achievement Award for his incredible talent and work in the entertainment industry. Martin Short went on to receive the Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal in 2002, and the Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2012. According to Coin World, the Royal Canadian Mint named a coin after Short in 2013. The coin was titled “Martin Short Presents Canada”, and included a picture of Short’s summer house in Muskoka, Ontario.
Short’s name was inscribed on Canada’s Walk of Fame in 2000. And he is also all set to become the next Mayor of Funner, California. Additionally, in 2014, he received the honour of being named one of the five best Canadian comedians by Canada Post, alongside Mike Myers, Catherine O’Hara, Jim Carrey, and Olivier Guimond.
Real Estate
Besides a super successful entertainment career, savvy investments and real estate also add to Martin Short’s net worth. Short spent around USD 1.1 million in 2014 for a 1,836-square-foot property in Los Angeles’ Beachwood Canyon. Short bought the three-bedroom home, which is close to his home in Pacific Palisades, for his daughter. Additionally, Short also owns a cottage on Lake Rosseau, Ontario.
Martin Short’s net worth
Martin Short’s vibrant presence in film and television has cemented his reputation as a comic powerhouse for several decades. His riches reflect the range of his career, which includes triumphs in film, television, and on stage. Short’s trajectory in the entertainment industry has been a colourful tapestry stitched with comedic brilliance, endless creativity, and unrelenting dedication to his craft, all of which have catapulted him to financial success and industry admiration. His clever investments have likewise increased his enormous net worth.
According to numerous sources, Martin Short’s net worth is estimated to be between USD 25 and 30 million in 2024. With ongoing achievements like his role in Only Murders in the Building, Short’s financial fortunes are expected to rise further through his different projects.
Martin Short’s wife and personal life
During the production of Godspell, Martin started dating Gilda Radnor. But they broke up two years later, and he started dating Nancy Dolman, who was Gilda’s understudy at that time. In 1980, the couple tied the knot and welcomed three children (one daughter and two sons) together through adoption. The couple remained together until Nancy’s tragic death in 2010. Short’s love for his wife has remained steadfast, with the actor asserting that he is still married to her.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
– What is Martin Short most known for?
Martin Short is most known for his comedy roles in movies and TV shows.
– Are Martin Short and Steve Martin friends?
Yes, Martin Short and Steve Martin have been very close friends since the 80s and have worked together on multiple projects.
– What movies has Martin Short starred in?
Martin Short has starred in movies like Father of The Bride (1991) and the sequel (1995), Three Amigos! (1986), The Addams Family (2019) and more.
– Who is Martin Short’s wife?
Martin Short’s wife was actress Nancy Dolman. She sadly passed away in 2010 due to ovarian cancer.
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