A look into Martin Short and Meryl Streep’s rumored romance

In response to the speculation, a representative for Short said The messenger the two were “just really good friends, nothing more.”

The father of three repeated the statement during a televised appearance Club Random with Bill Maher podcast on January 28, 2024, which states: “We’re not a couple. We’re just really good friends.”

In one Interview May 2024the Mulaney actor was asked again about his relationship with Streep.

Short replied: “It’s always interesting. Show business relationships and specs. She’s fantastic. There’s no one who doesn’t love her.”

Then, in August 2024, Short said he thought his friendship with Streep was one “that always grows when you work with someone and love that person.”

That same month, an insider was present Only murders in the building Season 4 The premiere claimed that their connection “must be more than a ‘showmance.’ There’s definitely something in it.”

The tipster said Short was “thoughtful” at the event and that the rumored couple “walked in holding hands and laughing brightly. It was really sweet and adorable.” A rep for Streep debunked rumors of a budding romance, insisting they were “just friends.”

Despite repeated denials, the speculation refused to die down, mainly due to Streep and Short’s frequent outings in recent months.