Martin Short Reflects on His Relationship with Gilda Radner on Amy Poehler's Podcast
The comedian shared personal insights into their on-again, off-again romance, her emotional struggles, and her enduring impact on his life.
- Martin Short reminisced about meeting Gilda Radner during the 1972 production of 'Godspell' in Toronto, describing her as uniquely original and magnetic.
- He spoke about the emotional highs and lows in their relationship, shaped by Radner's struggles and his grief over losing his parents at a young age.
- Short recalled their on-again, off-again dynamic, admitting he didn’t fully understand Radner’s moments of unhappiness at the time due to her success and charm.
- Radner, an original 'Saturday Night Live' cast member, passed away from ovarian cancer in 1989 at the age of 42, leaving a lasting legacy in comedy.
- Short also addressed ongoing speculation about his relationship with Meryl Streep, denying any romantic involvement and emphasizing their close friendship.