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Martin Short

Martin Short is a Canadian actor, comedian, and writer known for sketch comedy, film roles, and television work.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Martin Short is a Canadian actor, comedian, and writer, best known for sketch comedy on SCTV and Saturday Night Live, and for starring in the Hulu series Only Murders in the Building.

Early life and background

Martin Short was born on March 26, 1950, in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. He later became one of Canada’s most successful comedy performers, building a career that spans television, film, and stage.

Career highlights

Short gained fame through sketch comedy on SCTV and Saturday Night Live. His film credits include Three Amigos! and Father of the Bride. Since 2021, he has starred in the Hulu series Only Murders in the Building alongside Steve Martin and Selena Gomez.

Personal life

Short married Canadian actress Nancy Dolman in 1980; she died in 2010. They had three children. He remains a prominent figure in Canadian entertainment.

In short

  • Born in Hamilton, Ontario, in 1950.
  • Known for SCTV, Saturday Night Live, and Only Murders in the Building.
  • Film roles include Three Amigos! and Father of the Bride.
  • Married to Nancy Dolman from 1980 until her death in 2010.
Canadian angle

Martin Short is a Canadian-born performer from Hamilton, Ontario, and is widely recognized as one of Canada’s most successful comedy actors.[12][4]

Quick questions

Who is Martin Short's wife?
Martin Short was married to actress Nancy Dolman from 1980 until her death in 2010.
How old is Martin Short?
Born March 26, 1950, Martin Short is 76 years old as of 2026.
What TV show is Martin Short in?
He stars in Only Murders in the Building, and he is also known for SCTV and Saturday Night Live.

Sources

  1. Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Martin-Short
    Supports: Birth date and place, nationality, career summary, film and television credits, Only Murders in the Building.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Short
    Supports: Born March 26, 1950; occupation; spouse Nancy Dolman; Only Murders in the Building.
  3. People — https://www.people.com/who-was-nancy-dolman-martin-short-wife-11913634
    Supports: Marriage to Nancy Dolman in 1980 and her death in 2010.
  4. CBS News — https://www.cbsnews.com/news/nancy-dolman-martin-shorts-wife-dies/
    Supports: Nancy Dolman's death in 2010 and marriage to Martin Short.