Selena Gomez shares heartfelt words for 'legend' Martin Short

The actress and singer shares her heartfelt reaction to costar Martin Short's upcoming doc

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Published May 07, 2026
Selena Gomez shares heartfelt words for 'legend' Martin Short

Selena Gomez has nothing but praise for her Only Murders in the Building co-star Martin Short.

​The Calm Down singer took to her Instagram account on Thursday, May 6, to penned down a sweet tribute for the 76-year-old veteran actor after she showed support to Martin on the premiere of his new Netflix documentary, Marty, Life Is Short.

​Gushing over Martin, Selena wrote, “This man who doesn’t have social media is truly outstandingly witty, smart and has given the most wonderful attributes to our world of comedy."

​She went on to praise the actor's personality, penning, “Some may not know much that follows me. But Martin Short is nothing short of a legend. His outlook on life is simply joyful.”

​She concluded her caption, sharing her reaction to Martin's documentary and urged her fans to watch it after it is released.

​“I cried, laughed and empathized his entire story. Check it out on netflix now please. Worth every minute,” she added.

​At the end, Selena expressed her gratitude to Martin as one of the most inspiring people in her life.

​"Thank you Marty for your inspiring and tremendous heart that makes me forever happy,” she concluded.

​Marty, Life Is Short will be available to premiere globally on May 12, 2026, exclusively on Netflix. The film tells the story of his life, spanning a 50-year career in comedy.

Maliha Javed
Maliha Javed is an entertainment journalist with one year of experience, covering celebrity controversies, viral moments, and trending stories. She navigates the fast-paced digital landscape, breaking down complex narratives into clear, engaging reports that keep readers informed and connected to the latest entertainment buzz.
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