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Netflix’s new documentary “Marty, Life is Short” spans the life and career of Martin Short, including the comedian’s thoughts on his one-season stint on “SNL” — and a string of family tragedies starting at a young age. His eldest daughter, Katherine, 42, died by suicide this year.

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- Published: May 14, 2026, 2:33 PM UTC
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