At the 2024 Emmy Awards, fans were eager to see how Meryl Streep and Martin Short would handle the persistent rumors about them dating. Although they did not walk the red carpet together, the pair were spotted sitting next to each other during the awards show, where they both attended at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. They were seen smiling and whispering to each other while watching Jeremy Allen White accept his award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for his role in The Bear. Both Streep and Short were nominated for their performances in Only Murders in the Building, with Streep up for Outstanding Supporting Actress and Short for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series.
Speculation about Streep and Short’s offscreen relationship has been ongoing, especially after they sat together at the 2024 Golden Globe Awards. However, in January, Short’s representative denied the dating rumors, stating that they are just good friends and nothing more. Short later expressed his excitement about working with Streep, calling it one of the great thrills of his life. He admitted to feeling nervous on his first day of shooting with her, despite his experience in the industry.
The romance speculation continued to grow when Streep and Short were seen holding hands at the season 4 premiere afterparty of their show in Los Angeles in August. Short praised their dynamic, emphasizing that their friendship has continued to grow as they worked together and developed a mutual love and respect for each other. Streep previously confirmed her split from her husband Don Gummer after 45 years of marriage in October 2023, while Short was married to Nancy Dolman until her death in 2010. They share a deep connection through their previous marriages and parenting experiences.
Streep and Gummer share four children together, including son Henry and daughters Mamie, Grace, and Louisa. Short and Dolman adopted three children during their marriage, including daughter Katherine and sons Oliver and Henry. Despite their past losses and challenges, Streep and Short have found solace and connection with each other, both personally and professionally. Their onscreen chemistry continues to captivate audiences and fuel speculation about their real-life relationship status, adding an intriguing layer to their already remarkable careers.
