Martin Short

Awards & Honours

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Martin Short's trophy case reflects a career of remarkable range and longevity. His two Emmys came for writing, showcasing his skill behind the scenes as well as in front of the camera. The Tony for Little Me recognized his musical theatre chops, while his two SAG Awards for Only Murders in the Building prove he's still at the top of his game in his seventies. In 2019, he was made an Officer of the Order of Canada, a fitting honor for someone who has brought so much laughter to the world.

AwardsMartin Short has won two Primetime Emmy Awards, one for writing on SCTV in 1983 and another for The Martin Short Show in 1999. He also won a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for Little Me in 1999. More recently, he has won two Screen Actors Guild Awards for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series for Only Murders in the Building, in 2022 and 2024.

Honours & Distinctions

Officer of the Order of Canada

Government of Canada·2019

For his contributions to the arts.

Star on Canada's Walk of Fame

Canada's Walk of Fame·2020

Honoring his outstanding career in entertainment.

Lifetime Achievement Award

Canadian Screen Awards·2022

Recognizing his lifetime contributions to Canadian entertainment.

Rankings & Lists

#25

Greatest SNL Cast Members of All Time

Rolling Stone·2015

Magazine Covers

Entertainment Weekly

2021-08-20

The Odd Couple of Comedy

Records & Feats

One of the few performers to win both a Tony and an Emmy for comedy writing

Career Milestone·1999

Short won a Tony for acting in Little Me and two Emmys for writing, a rare combination.