Martin Short

Martin Short

Actor Martin Short
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Profession: Actor

Nationality:

Canada
Canadian

Biography: Best known for his comedy work, particularly on the TV programs SCTV and Saturday Night Live, and for starring in many comedic films.

Born: March 26, 1950
Birthplace: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Age: 73 years old

 

Married Life

  • 1980-12-22 Actor Martin Short (30) weds comic actress Nancy Dolman (29)

Historical Events

  • 1991-12-20 “Father of the Bride” film comedy starring Steve Martin, Diane Keaton, and Martin Short, premieres; film is a re-make of 1950 vehicle for Spencer Tracy and ELizabeth Taylor

Christmas decorating sends nearly 15,000 people to the ER

Christmas decorating sends nearly 15,000 people to the ER

    If you’ve ever watched Clark Griswold decorate his house in Christmas Vacationthis stat likely doesn’t shock you. In fact, the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s most recent news release estimates that 14,700 people visit hospital emergency rooms each November and December from holiday-related decorating accidents — which is about 240 injuries per day. The most common accidents involve falling, lacerations and back strains.