This article mentions suicide, mental health struggles, and bereavement.

Back in February, it was confirmed that Martin Short’s daughter, Katherine Short, had died by suicide at age 42.

Confirming their tragic loss in a statement, Katherine’s family said: “It is with profound grief that we confirm the passing of Katherine Hartley Short. The Short family is devastated by this loss and asks for privacy at this time. Katherine was beloved by all and will be remembered for the light and joy she brought into the world.”

Katherine was a social worker who worked at a psychiatry-led outpatient clinic.…