Martin Short’s Daughter Dies: Katherine Hartley Short Was 42

Warning: The following post contains discussions of suicide. Martin Short‘s daughter, Katherine Hartley Short, has died at the age of 42, her family confirmed in a statement to TMZ. “It is with profound grief that we confirm the passing of Katherine Hartley Short,” the statement said. “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.” According to the news outlet, Katherine died by suicide. She reportedly died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on February 23. This news comes as Martin grieves the death of his longtime friend Catherine O’Hara,…