Martin Short

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Martin Short born?March 26, 1950
2. Where was Martin Short born?Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
3. What is the broadway productions?The Goodbye Girl (1993), Little Me (1998–1999)
4. Who is Martin Short?Martin Short is a funny Canadian comedian born in 1950 in Hamilton, Ontario. He is known for making people laugh with his energetic style and many characters.
5. What are some of Martin Short's famous characters?He created the silly Ed Grimley and the quirky interviewer Jiminy Glick, both of which became very popular.

Sketch Comedy: A genre of comedy consisting of short, humorous dramatic scenes or skits, often featuring recurring characters or premises.
Tony Award: A prestigious award presented annually for achievements in live American theater, particularly on Broadway, recognizing excellence in acting, directing, and production.
Primetime Emmy Award: An award presented by the Television Academy to recognize excellence in American primetime television programming, covering various categories of television production.
SAG Award: An award presented by the Screen Actors Guild‐American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, honoring outstanding acting performances in film and television.