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| Birth name | Martin Hayter Short |
| Born | March 26, 1950 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada |
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| Alma mater | McMaster University |
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| Children | 3 |

Martin Hayter Short OC (born March 26, 1950) is a Canadian actor, comedian, game show host, singer and writer. He is mostly known for hosting Second City Television and Saturday Night Live. He won three Emmy Awards and a Tony Award. More recently, Short is known for his live comedic performance with friend and fellow comedian Steve Martin.
Short was born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. He was educated at Westdale Secondary School and at McMaster University. He married Nancy Dolman from 1980 to 2010. They had three children. Short lives in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, California and Lake Rosseau.