Martin Short
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Date of Birth:
March 26, 1950 (72)
Birth Place: Hamilton, ON, CANADA
Bio:
Martin appeared on Broadway in Little Me (Tony Award, OCC Award), The Goodbye Girl (Tony Award nomination, Theatre World Award, OCC Award, Jeffrey Jefferson Award) and in Promises, Promises (Encores!). In 2006, he returned to Broadway starring in his own one man show (even though it had a cast of ...
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Martin Short Biography
Martin appeared on Broadway in Little Me (Tony Award, OCC Award), The Goodbye Girl (Tony Award nomination, Theatre World Award, OCC Award, Jeffrey Jefferson Award) and in Promises, Promises (Encores!). In 2006, he returned to Broadway starring in his own one man show (even though it had a cast of four that rarely mentioned) Fame Becomes Me. In L.A., he appeared in Lawrence Kasdan's production of Four Dogs and A Bone and The Producers. In 1982, he joined the SCTV Comedy Network, where his work garnered an Emmy Award and five Emmy nominations. On'Saturday Night Live,' his standout performances included Ed Grimley, Jackie Rogers Jr., songwriter Irving Cohen and lawyer Nathan Thrum. He co-wrote and produced and starred in four acclaimed television comedy specials; 'Martin Short's Concert for the North America' (Ace Award); 'Martin Short, Goes Hollywood' (Ace Award); “The Show Formerly Known As the Martin Short Show (Emmy Award) and 'Martin Short Goes Home.'
He co-starred in the miniseries 'Merlin' (Emmy nomination) and “Alice in Wonderland.†He hosted the daily 'The Martin Short Show' (2 Emmy nominations) and co-wrote, produced and starred as star-interviewer extraordinaire Jiminy Glick in 'Primetime Glick' (Emmy nomination). More recently, he co-starred with Glenn Close in 'Damages' Emmy nomination), 'Cat in the Hat' (Emmy nomination) and this season's 'Mulaney'. He also won an Emmy for 'AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Mel Brooks.'
Short made the jump to the big screen in 1986 with Three Amigos and Innerspace. Among the 30 films he has made are Three Fugitives, The Big Picture, Clifford, Father of the Bride (1 and 2), Mars Attacks, Jiminy Glick in La La Wood, and Inherent Vice. In 1994, he was awarded Canada's highest civilian honor, the Order of Canada. Mr. Short worships and adores his three children Katherine, Oliver and Henry.
Martin Short Awards and Nominations
| Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical | ||
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| Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical |
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| Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical |
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| Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Actor - Musical |
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| Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Actor - Musical | ||
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| Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1993 - Best Actor - Musical |
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| Theatre World Awards - 1993 - Performance |
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Martin Short News
Comedian Randy Rainbow Brings THE PINK GLASSES TOUR To The Ridgefield Playhouseby A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2022
Grab your favorite boa - America's favorite musical satirist, Randy Rainbow, is taking his act on the road and returning to The Ridgefield Playhouse for two nights on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 and Thursday, October 27 at 7:30pm!
AMANDA GREEN & HER BROADWAY FRIENDS Featuring Shoshana Bean, Javier Munox & More is Coming to 54 Belowby Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2022
54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present AMANDA GREEN & HER BROADWAY FRIENDS. Join two-time Tony Award Nominee Amanda Green & her Broadway friends on Monday, October 24 at 7pm for an evening of her hilarious and moving songs.
Lili Reinhart, Carey Mulligan, Dede Gardner & More Announced as Honorees for 2022 WIF Honorsby Michael Major - Sep 29, 2022
They will join the women previously announced to receive Crystal Awards—”Abbott Elementary” creator Quinta Brunson, “The Woman King” director Gina Prince-Bythewood, and “Don’t Worry Darling” writer and director Katie Silberman and Olivia Wilde—as well as Jane Fonda Humanitarian Award recipient Michaela Coel.
Wake Up With BWW 9/23: Brian d'Arcy James and Andy Karl Return to INTO THE WOODS, and More!by - Sep 23, 2022
Top stories include new casting for Into The Woods, with Brian d'Arcy James returning as The Baker and Andy Karl joining the cast as Rapunzel's Prince. Plus, check out rehearsal photos and meet the cast of the National Tour of Aladdin, and more!
Martin Short & Shania Twain in Final Talks to Join ABC's BEAUTY & THE BEAST Specialby Michael Major - Sep 22, 2022
Martin Short and Shania Twain may be joining ABC's upcoming Beauty and the Beast special. They are in talks for Short to play Lumière and for Twain to play Mrs. Potts. They would join previously announced H.E.R. in the role of Belle, David Alan Grier as Cogsworth, Joshua Henry as Gaston, Josh Groban as the Beast, and Rita Moreno as the Narrator.
Randy Rainbow Brings THE PINK GLASSES TOUR to the Ridgefield Playhouse Next Monthby Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2022
Grab your favorite boa - America's favorite musical satirist, Randy Rainbow, is taking his act on the road and returning to The Ridgefield Playhouse on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 and Thursday, October 27, 2022 at 7:30pm!
VIDEO: Selena Gomez Shares First Look at Upcoming Apple TV+ Documentaryby Michael Major - Sep 20, 2022
Singer, songwriter, actress, producer, entrepreneur and activist Selena Gomez has shared a first look at her upcoming documentary on Apple TV+. Watch the new video trailer for 'Selena Gomez: My Mind and Me,' directed and produced by Alek Keshishian ('Madonna: Truth or Dare').
Dance Lab New York Celebrates 10 Years Of Providing Crucial Resources To Choreographersby A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2022
Dance Lab New York (DLNY), the unique artist-centered and artist-led choreography incubator founded by Broadway veteran and choreographer Josh Prince, celebrates the launch of its 10th anniversary season with eight different Lab Cycles this fall, providing a launching pad to 21 choreographers.
Sheryl Lee Ralph, Amanda Seyfried & More Win 2022 Emmy Awards - See the Full List of Winners!by Michael Major - Sep 12, 2022
Kenan Thompson hosted the 2022 Primetime Emmy Awards on September 12 on NBC. Notable winners included Sheryl Lee Ralph, Jean Smart, Zendaya, Amanda Seyfried, Murray Bartlett, The White Lotus, Succession, and more. Check out the complete list of winners below!
HAMILTON's Mandy Gonzalez and Javier Munoz Will Perform in Scottsdale This Monthby Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 2022
Javier Muñoz and Mandy Gonzalez, the Broadway stars of “Hamilton” and “In the Heights,” will join voices on Sept. 24 at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts in a special performance.
Martin Short Videos
VIDEO: Randy Rainbow Wants to 'Lock Him Up Yesterday' in Latest Song Parodyby Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2022
Randy Rainbow is back with his latest song parody, called 'Lock Him Up Yesterday', based on the song 'Yesterday' by The Beatles. Check out the video here!
VIDEO: Randy Rainbow Sends Thoughts and Prayers in His Latest Spoofby Nicole Rosky - Aug 4, 2022
Randy Rainbow is back with his favorite response to gun violence. Watch as he gives A Chorus Line's 'Dance Ten, Looks Three' a clever re-do in his latest spoof- 'Thoughts and Prayers'.
VIDEO: Hulu Debuts ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season Two Trailerby Michael Major - Jun 14, 2022
Hulu has debuted the trailer for the second season of Only Murders in the Building. The new season will see the return of stars Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. Season two is also slated to featuren Shirley MacLaine, Amy Schumer, Nathan Lane, Jackie Hoffman, and Da'Vine Joy Randolph.
VIDEO: STARS IN THE HOUSE FOR UKRAINE Raises Over $139,000by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2022
Stars in the House for Ukraine, an 11+ Hour telethon of the weekly streaming show, raised $139,000 for the International Rescue Committee's humanitarian efforts for those affected by the war in Ukraine. That total is inclusive of a generous matching donation by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, which matched the first $50,000 worth of donations.
VIDEO: Seth Meyers Pitches A New Broadway Musical to Nathan Laneby Stage Tube - Sep 17, 2021
Seth hilariously explained his new idea for 'Cicada, Cicada: the Musical' to Nathan Lane, which also features Christine Baranski and Harvey Fierstein.
VIDEO: Will SCHMIGADOON Elect a New Mayor? Check Out This Clip From the Season Finale!by Stage Tube - Aug 9, 2021
In “How We Change,” with the election looming, Mildred (Kristin Chenoweth) relentlessly ramps up her campaign. Josh (Keegan-Michael Key) and Melissa (Cecily Strong) face their true feelings for each other.
VIDEO: Kristin Chenoweth Channels Harold Hill in an Impressive New Musical Clip from SCHMIGADOON!by Stage Tube - Aug 2, 2021
The first two episodes of “Schmigadoon!” premiered globally on Apple TV+ on Friday, July 16. The series continues with one new episode weekly, every Friday through August 13.
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING on Hulu!by Stage Tube - Jul 27, 2021
When a grisly death occurs inside their exclusive Upper West Side apartment building, the trio suspects murder and employs their precise knowledge of true crime to investigate the truth.
VIDEO: Jaime Camil Romances Cecily Strong in a New Sneak Peek at Friday's SCHMIGADOON!by Stage Tube - Jul 26, 2021
In “Suddenly,” Melissa (Cecily Strong) grapples with her conflicted feelings for Doc Lopez (Jaime Camil), rebelling against his archaic ideas, while Josh (Keegan-Michael Key) tries to court Emma (Ariana DeBose) the schoolmarm.
VIDEO: Find That Bridge With Keegan-Michael Key in a New Musical Clip From SCHMIGADOON!by Stage Tube - Jul 19, 2021
In “Cross That Bridge,” when their first flings end in regret, Melissa and Josh agree to a new plan — which he immediately casts aside, prompting her to make a fresh start.
