Martin Short was surrounded by the people who matter most during an emotional night in Hollywood this week. The beloved actor and comedian stepped out for a special screening of his upcoming Netflix documentary, “Marty, Life Is Short,” on Wednesday, May 6, at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood, where he was joined on the red carpet by his sons, Oliver, 40, and Henry, 36.
Martin Short Leaned on Sons Oliver and Henry During First Public Outing Since Daughterâs Death
GettyThe appearance marked the familyâs first public outing since the heartbreaking death of Shortâs daughter, Katherine Short, earlier this year.
Short, 76, smiled alongside his children while posing for photographers at the event. The “Only Murders in the Building” star wore a black suit paired with a checkered tie, while Oliver chose a navy suit with a patterned red tie.
Henry coordinated in a blue suit jacket, black trousers, and a white shirt.
GettyThe appearance marked the familyâs first public outing since the heartbreaking death of Shortâs daughter, Katherine Short, earlier this year.
Now, as he navigates a deeply devastating tragedy, Short, 76, smiled alongside his children while posing for photographers at the event.
GettyTMZ reported that Katherine died by suicide in February at age 42. The Los Angeles County Coroner later confirmed her cause of death.
At the time, the Short family released a statement, published by People, expressing their grief.
“It is with profound grief that we confirm the passing of Katherine Hartley Short,â the family shared.
âThe 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.â
Celebrity Friends Rally Around Martin Short
GettySeveral of Martin Shortâs dearest friends and longtime collaborators showed up to support him during the meaningful evening, turning the Hollywood screening into a heartfelt celebration of both his career and the people who have stood beside him through the years.
GettyHis “Only Murders in the Building” costar Selena Gomez attended alongside husband Benny Blanco, while Kate Hudson, Eugene Levy, and Billy Crystal were also among the familiar faces gathered for the special event.
GettyDirected by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Lawrence Kasdan, “Marty, Life Is Short” takes viewers through Shortâs extraordinary journey in comedy, television, and film.
The documentary blends never-before-seen archival footage with intimate interviews that reflect not only his remarkable success but also the deeply personal moments that shaped his life away from the spotlight.
GettyThe film also includes appearances from some of Shortâs closest friends and creative partners, including Steve Martin, Tom Hanks, John Mulaney, and Catherine OâHara, all of whom help paint a portrait of the warmth, humor, and resilience that have defined him for decades.
For many, seeing Levy at the screening added an especially touching layer to the night.
Martin Short Recently Opened Up About Finding Joy in Family
In recent months, Short has spoken warmly about the joy his family continues to bring into his life, especially as he embraces being a grandfather.
During a 2025 appearance on Ted Danson and Woody Harrelsonâs podcast “Where Everybody Knows Your Name,” the actor reflected on how profoundly his outlook changed after welcoming grandchildren into the family.
“I now have three grandsons,” he shared, per People. “Theo will be four in January. And then Grayson is two and four months, and Campbell just turned two. It’s so amazing. It is unbelievable.”
Short admitted there was a time when aging began to weigh on him, but becoming a grandfather unexpectedly shifted his perspective.
Getty“I was just starting to get a smidge grumpy about aging,” he explained, as quoted by People. “And then the first grandchild arrives, and it’s like, oh, [Expletives] it, I’m in.”
The comedian said his grandchildren brought a renewed sense of wonder and purpose to his life, something he now treasures deeply.
“I don’t care about anything anymore about my little this and that, I just so want to be around this. It’s so magical,â he continued. âThey love you, these grandkids.”
For Short, family has remained at the center of his life through every chapter, both joyful and heartbreaking.
“Marty, Life Is Short” premieres on Netflix on Monday, May 12.
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