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Martin Short's daughter Katherine dies at 42

  • Martin Short's family confirmed on Feb. 24, 2026, that Katherine Hartley Short, eldest daughter of Martin Short, has died at 42, and the family is devastated and asks for privacy.
  • Authorities in Los Angeles said that on Monday shortly after 6pm, law enforcement found her deceased at her Hollywood Hills home, TMZ reported.
  • Katherine Short was a licensed clinical social worker who earned degrees from New York University and USC, and worked at UCLA's Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital, according to her website.
  • Martin Short is currently touring with Steve Martin, but he has not yet commented or confirmed if the Saturday performance in Minneapolis or other U.S. tour dates will be postponed.
  • Reporting has shown inconsistent details and officials have not publicly disclosed circumstances, prompting coverage to include the National Suicide Prevention hotline and 988 Lifeline.
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In a statement, Katherine Short was found dead at her home in Los Angeles on Monday. In a statement, her family shares her great sadness and pays tribute to her. On tour with her old friend Steve Martin, the 75-year-old actor and humorist decided to postpone all the next dates. - American actor Martin Short "ravaged" after his daughter's suicide at the age of 42 (Culture, media and entertainment).

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Martin Short's daughter, Katherine Short, has died at the age of 42. According to Page Six, Katherine Short committed suicide. "It is with deep sadness that we confirm the passing of Katherine Short. The Short family is devastated by this loss and requests privacy at this time. Katherine was loved by all and will be remembered for the joy she brought." Martin Short's family The same was found dead at her home in Hollywood Hills, California. "We …

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Katherine Short, one of three children of Canadian actor Martin Short, protagonist of the successful comedy Only Murders in the Building, died at 42 this Monday, February 24. Authorities investigate the case as a possible suicide. “With deep regret we confirmed the death of Katherine Hartley Short. The Short family is devastated by this loss and requests privacy at this time. Katherine was very dear and will be remembered for the light and joy s…

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TMZ broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
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