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Martin Short (born March 26, 1950) is a Canadian-American actor, comedian, writer, and singer. He rose to prominence through his work on sketch comedy programs such as SCTV and Saturday Night Live, and is well-known for creating iconic characters like Ed Grimley and Jiminy Glick.

Career Highlights

  • Television: Beyond his early sketch comedy success, Short has appeared in numerous series, including Mulaney, Maya & Marty, The Morning Show, and the critically acclaimed streaming crime-comedy Only Murders in the Building (2021–present).
  • Film: He has starred in many films, most notably Three Amigos! (1986) and Father of the Bride (1991), the latter of which began a long-standing professional partnership and friendship with Steve Martin.
  • Stage: Short has had a successful Broadway career, winning a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance in Little Me (1998–1999).

Recognition

Throughout his career, Short has received numerous accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Tony Award. In 2019, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada.