The Great Read: Martin Short and the Secret to Finding Joy While Surviving Tragedy
The comedy star, who is the subject of a new documentary, has faced a series of unimaginable losses. Yet he says there are always laughs to remember.
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May 15, 2026, 2:01 p.m. Eastern time

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Martin Short and the Secret to Finding Joy While Surviving Tragedy

The comedy star, who is the subject of a new documentary, has faced a series of unimaginable losses. Yet he says there are always laughs to remember.

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