Katherine Short, LA social worker and daughter of Martin Short, dies at 42
Published in Entertainment News
LOS ANGELES — Katherine Short, the daughter of actor and comedian Martin Short, has died. She was 42.
Her death was confirmed by her family.
"It is with profound grief that we confirm the passing of Katherine Hartley Short," the family said in a statement. "The Short family is devastated by this loss and asks for privacy at this time. Katherine was beloved by all and will be remembered for the light and joy she brought into the world."
A law enforcement source told The Times that Short, an L.A. social worker, died by an apparent suicide.
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