They’ve denied it, but I so badly want this to be true."

She further remarked on how nice the two were, and that she was thankful for their support.

In 1980, Short married Nancy Dolman, and the two adopted three children, according toBright Side.

Martin Short and Meryl Streep smiling

Tragically, Dolman died of ovarian cancer in 2010.

He later toldAARPmagazine in 2019, “Our marriage was a triumph.

So it’s tough … but I still communicate with her all the time.”

Meryl Streep and Martin Short talking at a dinner

Martin Short, Meryl Streep, and Steve Martin looking happy