Martin Short’s net worth

Last Modified Jan 17, 2025 09:58 EST
Martin Short’s Net Worth
Martin Short (Source: Instagram)


According to Celebrity Net Worth, Martin Short has a net worth of $30 million.


Martin Short is a popular actor and comedian who has been working in the entertainment industry for more than 5 decades. Considered one of the most beloved actors in Hollywood, he has showcased his impressive range as an actor, comedian, writer, and producer in the industry. Over the years, he has established himself as a versatile actor by working on different projects like SNL, Father of the Bride, and Only Murders in the Building.


He has produced many films, TV shows, and stage productions, all of which have contributed to his impressive net worth. After many years in the industry, fans have been curious about his net worth. Let’s take a look at Martin Short's net worth and career.


What is Martin Short’s net worth?


Martin Short’s Net Worth
Martin Short in Only Murders in the Building (Source: Instagram)


According to Celebrity Net Worth, Martin Short has a net worth of $30 million. His career started with his appearances in superhit TV shows Saturday Night Live and SCTV in the 1980s which contributed to his net worth. He became popular from his TV appearances, which helped him get higher-paying acting roles. He has also appeared in notable films like ¡Three Amigos! (1986), Father of the Bride (1991), Mars Attacks! (1996), etc.


He has given his voice to many projects like 101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure (2003), Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted (2012), Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom (2023), etc. He joined the cast of Only Murders in the Building as a main cast in 2021 and currently, it has 4 seasons. According to Variety, he earns $600,000 per episode and he is also an executive producer of the show.


He also has an impressive real estate portfolio. He has many properties in Los Angeles. In 1987, he purchased a mansion in Pacific Palisades for $1.325 million, which spans over 5,000 square feet in area. In 2014, he bought a house in Beachwood Canyon for $1.1 million, which spans over 1,836 square feet in area. In 2023, he purchased another house in Brentwood for $2.2 million. He also has a cottage in Ontario.


Martin Short’s career


Martin Short’s Net Worth
Martin Short in Only Murders in the Building (Source: Instagram)


Martin Hayter Short is a popular Canadian-American actor, comedian, and writer, born on March 26, 1950, in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. He made his TV debut with the TV show Right On in 1972. He made his film debut with the film Lost and Found in 1979. He received recognition with the TV shows SCTV (1981–1984) and Saturday Night Live (1984-1985). In 1994, he created, acted in, and produced the TV show The Martin Short Show.


He has appeared in many films like ¡Three Amigos! (1986), Father of the Bride (1991), Father of the Bride Part II (1995), The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause (2006), The Addams Family (2019), etc. He has also appeared in many TV shows like The Martin Short Show (1994), Damages (2010), The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! (2010–2018), Canada's Got Talent (2012), Only Murders in the Building (2021–present), etc.


He received nominations for 19 Primetime Emmy Awards, 3 Golden Globe Awards, 5 Screen Actors Guild Awards, 2 Tony Awards, etc. He won many awards for his work, including 2 Primetime Emmy Awards and a Tony Award.


Also read about: Jake Gyllenhaals Net Worth

FAQs about Martin Short

A. Martin Short has won 2 Primetime Emmy Awards.

A. Martin Short plays Oliver Putnam in Only Murders in the Building. 

A. According to Celebrity Net Worth, Martin Short has a net worth of $30 million.

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