Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Comedian, Singer, Writer |
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| Nationality | Canadian-American |
| Date of Birth | 26/03/1950 |
| Age | 76 years |
| Birthplace | Hamilton, Ontario, Canada |
Latest News about Martin Short
23/07/2025
ABC revived Match Game with Martin Short as host, bringing the classic comedy panel format back to television after its previous run on the network ended four years earlier. Coverage in April 2025 reported that he would take over the hosting duties for the new season, which was scheduled to debut on July 23, 2025.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Martin Hayter Short |
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| Summary | Martin Hayter Short is a Canadian-American actor, comedian, singer, and writer known for his work on television comedy shows such as SCTV Network and Saturday Night Live, films such as Three Amigos! and Father of the Bride, and the streaming crime comedy series Only Murders in the Building. He has won multiple Primetime Emmy Awards and a Tony Award, and in 2019 was named an Officer of the Order of Canada. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5′ 8″ (1.73 m) |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Degree | Social work |
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Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Began career in entertainment after studying social work | |
| 2. Known for energetic comedic characters and impressions | |
| 3. Starred in one-man show 'Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me' (2006) | |
| 4. Voiced characters in major animated films such as The Prince of Egypt and Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted | |
| 5. Has been honored with medals from Queen Elizabeth II for his contributions to Canadian culture |