Canadian comedian Martin Short’s daughter Catherine dies at 42

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Katherine Short, daughter of Canadian actor Martin Short and his late wife Nancy, has died at the age of 42.

“It is with deep sadness that we confirm the passing of Katherine Hartley Short,” a representative for the Hamilton-born entertainer confirmed in a statement to CBC News.

“The Short family is devastated by this loss and asks for privacy at this time. Katherine was loved by all and will be remembered for the light and joy she brought to the world.”

Catherine is survived by her brothers Henry and Oliver; Her mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and passed away in 2010.

Short’s children, from left to right: Henry, Catherine, and Oliver. Arriving for the opening night of his musical “Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me” in New York in 2006. (Diane Bondarev/Associated Press)

Katherine was reportedly found dead in her Hollywood Hills home on Monday night. Multiple media outlets, including TMZ, which first reported the story, reported that Kathryn died by suicide, citing the Los Angeles Police Department.

Although she was not involved in show business, she was often seen with her father at entertainment events.


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