Martin Short Postpones Tour Dates Following Daughter Katherine’s Death

Martin Short has postponed several dates of his “The Best of Steve Martin & Martin Short” tour with Steve Martin following the death of his daughter, Katherine Elizabeth Short.

Katherine Short’s Passing

Katherine Short, a 42-year-old Los Angeles social worker, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026. The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a call at her Hollywood Hills home on Monday evening around 6 p.m., where paramedics pronounced her dead shortly after Los Angeles Times.

A family statement confirmed the news, stating, “It is with profound grief that we confirm the passing of Katherine Hartley Short. 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.” People.com

Law enforcement sources have indicated that Katherine Short died by apparent suicide Los Angeles Times, Variety.

Katherine Short’s Life and Career

Katherine Short was the eldest of three children adopted by Martin Short and his late wife, Nancy Dolman. She held a bachelor’s degree in psychology and gender studies from NYU (2006) and a master’s degree in social work from USC (2010) Variety, The Hollywood Reporter.

She operated a private practice and also worked part-time at Amae Health, a psychiatry-led outpatient clinic People.com. Katherine was also involved with Bring Change 2 Mind, a charity dedicated to ending the stigma surrounding mental illness Variety, The Hollywood Reporter.

Tour Dates Affected

The February 27th show in Milwaukee at the Miller High Life Theatre and the two shows scheduled for February 28th at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis have been postponed. Venues have stated that tickets will be honored for future rescheduled dates People.com.