Martin Short's Heartbreak: Daughter's Suicide

0:00Hey, it's Cory with entertainment and celebrity news today. Your daily pop culture update. Martin Short is heartbroken after the death of his 42-year-old daughter, Katherine Hartley Short. She was found in her Hollywood Hills home from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Katherine was one of three children adopted by the 75-year-old actor and his late wife, Nancy Dohmann, who passed away from a variant cancer in 2010. Katherine worked as a clinical social worker in Los Angeles. She focused on helping people with adoption challenges, anxiety, depression, grief, and even suicidality. Sources say she had her own mental health struggles and relied on a service dog named after singer, Joni Mitchell. Those close to Martin say he is shattered and struggling to cope. He knew Katherine was facing tough times mentally, but never imagined it would end this way. Friends worry the private comedian feels helpless, especially after losing his longtime SCTV co-star, Katherine O'Hara, just weeks ago. Meryl Streep and others are rallying around him, but Martin has pulled away to handle funeral

1:02plans and support Katherine's two adopted brothers. Even Meryl is finding it hard to reach him right now. Officials confirm the suicide and loved ones hope Martin leans on his circle during this devastating period. The family asks for privacy as they grieve. This episode is brought to you in partnership with our sponsor. Film Chase Peace. I'll put my head in it. S-O-L-I-SollyPillow.com