Meryl Streep, 75, Sparks Romance Rumors with Martin Short: Are They Hollywood's Newest Couple?

Meryl Streep, 75, and Martin Short are fueling romance rumors after being spotted together on multiple occasions. Speculation intensified following reports of affectionate gestures during promotional events for their Hulu series, "Only Murders in the Building," where they play on-screen lovers. Sources claim the relationship blossomed unexpectedly, with friends and family reportedly supportive. The rumors surfaced after Streep's separation from her husband of 40 years, Don Gummer, was made public in October 2023, though they had been separated since 2017. Short's wife, Nancy Dolman, passed away in 2010. Recent sightings, including arriving together at Saturday Night Live, have further fueled speculation, though neither actor has officially confirmed the relationship.