A representative for 75-year-old Only Murders in the Building star Martin Short confirmed the heartbreaking news of his daughter’s death on Tuesday, February 24. The family is currently grieving deeply, adding another layer of tragedy to Short’s already tumultuous life.

Throughout his life, Martin Short has faced a series of devastating losses that have left a lasting impact on him, with some insiders even suggesting that he feels “cursed.” The string of tragedies began when Martin was just 12 years old, as he lost his brother David in a fatal car accident. The pain continued with the deaths of his mother, Olive Hayter, when he was 17, and his father Charles Patrick Short two years later. The most recent blow came in 2010 with the passing of his wife, Nancy Dolman, who tragically succumbed to ovarian cancer at the age of 58.

Katherine, Short’s eldest daughter, was the latest victim of these heart-wrenching losses. Her apparent suicide has left the Short family shattered, with his representative releasing a statement requesting privacy during this difficult time. Katherine, who was adopted during Martin’s long-lasting marriage to Dolman, is remembered fondly for the light and joy she brought into the world.

Despite the overwhelming grief and sorrow, the legendary comic has not yet made any public statements regarding his daughter’s passing. The pain of losing a child is unimaginable, and our hearts go out to Martin Short and his family as they navigate this profound loss.