History of Martin Short in Timeline
Martin Short is a Canadian comedian, actor, and writer recognized for his energetic comedic style and contributions to sketch comedy. He has appeared in a variety of films and television programs, earning accolades such as two Primetime Emmy Awards, two Screen Actor Guild Awards, and a Tony Award. In recognition of his contributions to the arts, Short was appointed as an Officer of the Order of Canada in 2019.
1972: Met Nancy Dolman during Godspell
In 1972, Martin Short met Canadian comic actress Nancy Dolman during the run of "Godspell".
1980: Bob Dolman and Andrea Martin Married
In 1980, Nancy Dolman's brother, Bob Dolman, married Andrea Martin, who was their close friend and colleague.
1983: Won Emmy Award for SCTV
In 1983, Martin Short won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series for "SCTV".
1985: Nancy Dolman Retired from Show Business
In 1985, Nancy Dolman retired from show business to be a stay-at-home mother.
1993: Voiced Stubbs in We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story
In 1993, Martin Short provided the voice for Stubbs in the animated film "We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story".
1995: Voiced Hubie in The Pebble and the Penguin
In 1995, Martin Short provided the voice for Hubie in the animated film "The Pebble and the Penguin".
1995: Received Earl Grey Lifetime Achievement Award
In 1995, Martin Short received the Earl Grey Lifetime Achievement Award.
1996: Guest Starred on Muppets Tonight
In 1996, Martin Short guest-starred on the TV show "Muppets Tonight".
1998: Voiced Huy in The Prince of Egypt
In 1998, Martin Short provided the voice for Huy in the animated film "The Prince of Egypt".
1999: Earned Sir Peter Ustinov Award
In 1999, Martin Short earned the Sir Peter Ustinov Award at the Banff Television Festival.
1999: Won Tony Award for Little Me
In 1999, Martin Short won a Tony Award for "Little Me".
2000: Honored with a Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
In 2000, Martin Short was honored with a star on Canada's Walk of Fame.
2001: Appeared on Celebrity Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
In 2001, Martin Short appeared on "Celebrity Who Wants to Be a Millionaire", winning $32,000 for Loyola High School.
2001: Voiced Ooblar in Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius
In 2001, Martin Short provided the voice for Ooblar in the animated film "Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius".
2001: Awarded Honorary Doctorate from McMaster University
In 2001, Martin Short was awarded an honorary Doctor of Literature from McMaster University in Hamilton.
2002: Voiced B.E.N. in Treasure Planet
In 2002, Martin Short provided the voice for B.E.N. in the animated film "Treasure Planet".
2002: Received Second Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
In 2002, Martin Short received a second star on Canada's Walk of Fame as part of SCTV.
2004: Bob Dolman and Andrea Martin Divorced
In 2004, Bob Dolman and Andrea Martin divorced.
2004: Voiced Preminger in Barbie as the Princess and the Pauper
In 2004, Martin Short provided the voice for Preminger in the animated film "Barbie as the Princess and the Pauper".
2005: Guest Starred on Arrested Development
In 2005, Martin Short guest-starred on the TV show "Arrested Development" in the episode titled "Ready, Aim, Marry Me!".
2006: Performed Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me on Broadway
In 2006, Martin Short performed his satirical one-man show, "Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me", on Broadway at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, after touring several cities in the spring.
2006: Starred in The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause
In 2006, Martin Short starred in the film "The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause" alongside Tim Allen.
January 2007: Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me closed on Broadway
In January 2007, Martin Short's one-man show, "Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me", closed on Broadway after its opening in August 2006.
April 10, 2007: Cast Album released for Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me
On April 10, 2007, the cast album for Martin Short's show "Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me" was released by Ghostlight Records, an imprint of Sh-K-Boom Records.
2008: Voiced Thimbletack the Brownie in The Spiderwick Chronicles
In 2008, Martin Short provided the voice for Thimbletack the Brownie in the film "The Spiderwick Chronicles".
August 21, 2010: Nancy Dolman Died of Ovarian Cancer
On August 21, 2010, Nancy Dolman, Martin Short's wife, died of ovarian cancer.
2010: Joined Damages as Leonard Winstone
In 2010, Martin Short joined the FX drama "Damages" as the lawyer Leonard Winstone.
2010: Voiced the Cat in the Hat in The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
Starting in 2010, Martin Short voiced the Cat in the Hat in the animated TV series "The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!".
September 2011: Shot a New Comedy Special for Television in Toronto
In September 2011, Martin Short shot a new comedy special for television in Toronto, called "I, Martin Short, Goes Home".
2011: Accepted Courage Award on Behalf of Late Wife
In 2011, Martin Short accepted a "Courage Award" on behalf of his late wife at a gala by the Women's Research Cancer Fund.
April 3, 2012: I, Martin Short, Goes Home Aired on CBC Television
On April 3, 2012, Martin Short's special, "I, Martin Short, Goes Home", aired on CBC Television, earning him a Canadian Screen Award nomination.
2012: Received Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal
In 2012, Martin Short received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.
2012: Voiced Mr. Frankenstein/Mr. Bergermesiter/Nassor in Frankenweenie and Stefano in Madagascar 3
In 2012, Martin Short voiced multiple characters, including Mr. Frankenstein/Mr. Bergermesiter/Nassor in "Frankenweenie" and Stefano in "Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted".
March 9, 2013: Appeared on Saturday Night Live's "Five-Timers Club"
On March 9, 2013, Martin Short appeared on an episode of Saturday Night Live as a waiter as part of the "Five-Timers Club" sketch, alongside Steve Martin and Chevy Chase.
2013: Voiced Kurokawa in The Wind Rises and The Jester in Legends of Oz
In 2013, Martin Short voiced Kurokawa in the English dub of Hayao Miyazaki's "The Wind Rises" and The Jester in "Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return".
2013: Commemorative Canadian Coin Issued
In 2013, the Royal Canadian Mint issued a commemorative three-dollar Canadian coin featuring Martin Short's summer home.
2013: Continued Voicing the Cat in the Hat
Martin Short continued to voice The Cat in the Hat until 2013 in the TV series "The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!".
November 4, 2014: Released Memoir: I Must Say: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend
On November 4, 2014, Martin Short's memoir, "I Must Say: My Life as a Humble Comedy Legend", covering his 40-year career, was released.
2014: Starred in the Fox Sitcom Mulaney
From 2014 to 2015, Martin Short starred in the Fox sitcom "Mulaney" as Lou Cannon.
2014: Received Robert Altman Award
In 2014, Martin Short received the Robert Altman Award from Independent Spirit Awards alongside the cast of Paul Thomas Anderson's "Inherent Vice".
2014: Voiced the Cat in the Hat in TV Specials
In 2014, Martin Short voiced the Cat in the Hat in a number of related TV specials.
2015: Stamp of Martin Short Issued by Canada Post
In 2015, Canada Post issued a stamp of Martin Short.
2015: Returned to Broadway in It's Only a Play
In 2015, Martin Short returned to Broadway, replacing Nathan Lane in the comedic play "It's Only a Play".
2015: Toured with Steve Martin in A Very Stupid Conversation
Since 2015, Martin Short has toured with Steve Martin, starting with "A Very Stupid Conversation".
May 31, 2016: Debuted Maya & Marty on NBC
On May 31, 2016, Martin Short debuted a new variety show on NBC, "Maya & Marty", also starring Maya Rudolph.
2016: Received Canadian Screen Awards Lifetime Achievement Award
In 2016, Martin Short received the Canadian Screen Awards Lifetime Achievement Award.
2016: Voiced the Cat in the Hat in TV Specials
In 2016, Martin Short voiced the Cat in the Hat in a number of related TV specials.
2017: Toured with Steve Martin in An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life
In 2017, Martin Short toured with Steve Martin in "An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life", which was filmed for Netflix.
2019: Appeared on Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee
In 2019, Martin Short appeared on the Netflix talk show "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee" with Jerry Seinfeld.
2019: Became an Officer of the Order of Canada
In 2019, Martin Short became an Officer of the Order of Canada.
2020: Voiced Grandpa Frump and Father Willoughby and Reprised Role as Franck Eggelhoffer
In 2020, Martin Short voiced Grandpa Frump in "The Addams Family" and Father Willoughby in "The Willoughbys". He also reprised the role of Franck Eggelhoffer in "Father of the Bride Part 3(ish)".
2021: Played Dick Lundy in The Morning Show and Appeared in Schmigadoon!
From 2021 to 2023, Martin Short played Dick Lundy in "The Morning Show" and appeared as a Leprechaun in "Schmigadoon!".
2021: Toured with Steve Martin in The Funniest Show in Town at the Moment
In 2021, Martin Short toured with Steve Martin in "The Funniest Show in Town at the Moment".
2021: Starred in Only Murders in the Building
Since 2021, Martin Short has starred and served as an executive producer in the Hulu series "Only Murders in the Building".
July 2022: Received Emmy Nomination for Only Murders in the Building
In July 2022, Martin Short received his 13th Emmy nomination for his role in "Only Murders in the Building".
2023: Voiced Kingfish in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
In 2023, Martin Short voiced the role of Kingfish in "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom".
2023: Continued Role in Schmigadoon!
Until 2023, Martin Short appeared as a Leprechaun in "Schmigadoon!".
2024: Reprised role as Jiminy Glick and Guest Hosted Jimmy Kimmel Live
In 2024, Martin Short reprised his role as Jiminy Glick on Real Time with Bill Maher and guest hosted Jimmy Kimmel Live.
June 2025: Became Host of Match Game
Starting in June 2025, Martin Short is set to take over as the host for "Match Game" on ABC, replacing Alec Baldwin.
February 23, 2026: Daughter Katherine Died by Suicide
On February 23, 2026, Martin Short's daughter, Katherine, died by suicide at the age of 42.
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