Martin Short and Meryl Streep Spark Romance Rumors at ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Premiere

At the recent premiere of the fourth season of ‘Only Murders in the Building,’ Martin Short and Meryl Streep were seen walking hand-in-hand, reigniting speculation about a romantic relationship between the two esteemed actors. The event took place on August 22 in Los Angeles, and footage of the pair was shared on social media platform X, previously known as Twitter.

Despite the rumors, both actors have consistently stated that they are merely close friends. Earlier this year, a representative for Martin Short clarified that he and Meryl Streep were just very good friends, dismissing any notions of a romantic connection.

The pair’s hand-holding came just hours after Short reiterated in an interview that they share a strong friendship, which he emphasized during the premiere celebrations. Alongside their co-star Steve Martin, the two actors enjoyed the festivities, engaging in light-hearted interactions and posing for the cameras.

The social media buzz surrounding Short and Streep reached new heights during the January 2024 Golden Globe Awards when they were spotted together looking quite cozy. Following this incident, Short’s representative confirmed that the two are just friends, countering the dating rumors.

Meanwhile, Meryl Streep’s personal life has been under scrutiny following her separation from her husband, Don Gummer. In October 2023, it was reported that the couple had been living apart for over six years and had quietly separated. Meryl and Don share four children.

Martin Short, on the other hand, has been widowed since 2010, when his wife Nancy Dolman passed away after a battle with cancer. The couple had three children together. Despite their personal histories, fans are intrigued by the on-screen romance portrayed by Short and Streep in ‘Only Murders in the Building,’ as noted by the show’s creator, John Hoffman.