Trending Now - Martin Short Opens up About Daughter's Struggle With Mental Health
WHO:
Los Angeles Times - Martin Short, comedian and actor, discussed his late daughter Katherine Short.
NPR - Katherine Short, Martin Short's daughter, was a social worker.
WHAT:
Los Angeles Times - Katherine Short took her own life at age 42 on February 23.
Los Angeles Times - Martin Short described his daughter's mental health battle as lasting a long time and referred to it as "extreme mental health" issues, including borderline personality disorder.
NPR - Martin Short's documentary "Marty, Life Is Short" reveals the losses he has endured, including the death of his daughter.
NPR - The documentary "Marty, Life Is Short" begins streaming on Netflix on May 12, 2026.
WHERE:
Los Angeles Times - The discussion took place on "CBS Sunday Morning."
NPR - The documentary is available on Netflix.
WHEN:
Los Angeles Times - Katherine Short's death occurred on February 23.
NPR - The documentary "Marty, Life Is Short" is set to premiere on May 12, 2026.
WHY:
Los Angeles Times - Martin Short stated that mental health and cancer are both diseases, and sometimes they are terminal.
NPR - Martin Short expressed the need to proceed with the documentary as it is about love, loss, and survival, despite the recent tragedy.
HOW:
Los Angeles Times - Martin Short reflected on how his experiences with grief have informed his stage presence and confidence.
NPR - Martin Short's documentary was directed by Lawrence Kasdan, who suggested postponing the film's release, but Short chose to proceed.
(UPDATED May 12, 2026 04:15 UTC)
Martin Short recently opened up about the tragic loss of his daughter, Katherine Short, who was a social worker and took her own life at the age of 42 after a long battle with extreme mental health issues, including borderline personality disorder. His documentary, "Marty, Life Is Short," which explores themes of love, loss, and survival, is set to premiere on Netflix on May 12, 2026, despite the recent tragedy. Directed by Lawrence Kasdan, the film reflects how Short's experiences with grief have shaped his stage presence and confidence, emphasizing that both mental health and cancer can be terminal diseases.