Selena Gomez surprised her costar Steve Martin at the New York City premiere of his documentary STEVE! (martin) on March 29. Martin, visibly touched by Gomez’s presence, jokingly teased her for not dressing up, but Gomez took it in stride, showing up in a stunning Oscar de la Renta dress. The documentary promises to provide insight into Martin’s standup and film career with never-before-seen footage and raw insights into his personal and professional life.
After watching the documentary for the first time, Gomez took to Instagram to express her admiration for Martin, calling him an icon who never gave up. She praised him for his resilience and shared her thoughts on how many people may not truly know his story. Gomez has previously spoken highly of Martin, Martin Short, and their influence in her life. She considers them to be kind, gentle, warm, and powerful influences who have shown her a level of class, intellect, and humor that is rare to find nowadays. Gomez is grateful for their friendship and hopes they remain in her life forever.
In a previous interview, Martin also spoke highly of Gomez and how she was an obvious choice for their show, Only Murders in the Building. He mentioned that when her name came up during casting discussions, there was no question about whether she would fit in. Martin and Short consider Gomez to be a perfect addition to the show, bringing talent and enhancing it in many ways. The trio, which includes Martin, Short, and Gomez, now jokes around and refers to themselves as the Three Musketeers, highlighting the camaraderie they share both on and off-screen.
The feeling of love and appreciation between Gomez and Martin is mutual. During the premiere of his documentary, the two were seen sharing a sweet moment, with Martin expressing his gratitude for Gomez’s presence. The pair clearly share a special bond that extends beyond their work on Only Murders in the Building. Martin’s documentary, STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces, is now available to stream on Apple TV+, giving fans a deeper look into the life and career of the iconic actor.
Gomez’s surprise appearance at the documentary premiere added an extra element of joy and celebration to the event. Martin, who was clearly touched by her presence, thanked her for coming and expressed his excitement at seeing her and her family there. Gomez’s admiration for Martin shines through in her social media posts, where she has consistently praised him as an extraordinary individual and a dear friend. The bond between Gomez and Martin extends beyond their professional relationship, showcasing a genuine friendship and mutual respect between the two talented actors.
