Martin Short has postponed his upcoming comedy shows following the death of his daughter, Katherine Elizabeth Short. Amid the devastating loss, the comedian and actor has yet to confirm the new dates for the show.
Martin Short postpones show amid daughter’s death, claims report
Martin Short has reportedly postponed his upcoming show, following the death of his daughter. The comedian was originally scheduled to share the stage with his Only Murders in the Building co-star Steve Martin later this week. A representative for Short has spoken to Entertainment Weekly, confirming that the show has been pushed back.
“Due to unforeseen circumstances, Steve Martin & Martin Short’s shows on February 27th in Milwaukee and February 28th in Minneapolis have been postponed,” the rep stated. “Tickets will be honored for a future rescheduled date.”
According to the duo’s official tour dates, Martin and Short are next scheduled to perform on March 13 in Washington, D.C. New dates for the postponed shows have not yet been confirmed.
Martin Short‘s daughter, Katherine, passed away on February 23 at the age of 42. The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner records confirmed that she died by suicide.
In an official statement issued through a family representative, the Shorts addressed the tragedy. “It is with profound grief that we confirm the passing of Katherine Hartley Short,” the statement said. “The Short family is devastated by this loss and asks for privacy at this time. Katherine was beloved by all and will be remembered for the light and joy she brought into the world.”
Katherine Short worked as a licensed clinical social worker after earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology and gender sexuality studies from New York University in 2006. Her death comes almost 16 years after her mother, Nancy Dolman, passed away from ovarian cancer.
Martin Short is also a father to two sons, Oliver and Henry Short.
