Image Credit: WireImage Katherine Short, the daughter of comedian and actor Martin Short, unfortunately died at the age of 42. And with the sudden news of her death, many concerned members of the public wondered if she was survived by anyone, such as a family of her own. "It is with profound grief that we confirm the passing of Katherine Hartley Short," a representative for Martin told USA Today on February 24, 2026. "The Short family is devastated by this loss and asks for privacy at this time.