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Selena Gomez Mourns Martin Short's Daughter's Tragic Death

3/5/2026

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Selena Gomez expressed condolences on Instagram after Martin Short's daughter, Katherine Hartley Short, died by suicide at age 42.
Gomez shared a photo with Martin Short and Steve Martin and said she would always be there for them.
The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed Katherine Hartley Short's death after she was found in her home.
Katherine Hartley Short was a licensed social worker who advocated for mental health awareness.

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Selena Gomez expressed condolences on Instagram after Martin Short's daughter, Katherine Hartley Short, died by suicide at age 42.
Gomez shared a photo with Martin Short and Steve Martin and said she would always be there for them.
The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed Katherine Hartley Short's death after she was found in her home.
Katherine Hartley Short was a licensed social worker who advocated for mental health awareness.