There is surely something going on with Meryl Streep and Martin Short! The way they held hands at the premier a few days ago spoke volumes!!
Meryl Streep and Martin Short have been fueling romance rumors after they were spotted holding hands at the Los Angeles premiere of Only Murders in the Building on August 22nd, 2024.
Their cozy interaction during the event sent fans and social media into a buzz, with many wondering if there’s something more between them than just being co-stars.
However, despite their clear on-screen chemistry and the adorable moments they’ve shared off-screen, both actors have made it clear that they are just really good friends.
These rumors aren’t exactly new; similar chatter popped up earlier this year when they were seen sitting together at the Golden Globes, theygossip.com reports.
Martin Short and his team have repeatedly denied any romantic link, emphasizing that their bond is simply a strong and affectionate friendship, built on years of collaboration and mutual admiration.
So, while their chemistry might shine on screen, in reality, they’re just awesome friends who love hanging out together.
And I choose to believe this was the hot “two friends hooking up” gossip Selena was sharing at The Golden Globes.
Meryl and Marting holding hands/Reuters
I’m here for it no matter what. If they’re just buddies, good for them! If something more comes out of their friendship my heart will melt a little.
So while we sit here and hope to get more insight into their relationship how about we take a walk down memory lane and be our own judge whenever there are feelings of love between these two friends!!
Martin and Meryl’s Relationship Timeline
August 2024: Holding Hands and Talking About Their Friendship
At the premiere of OMITB’s fourth season in Los Angeles, the pair sparked fresh romance rumors as they strolled down the red carpet holding hands.
However after their recent public appearance sparked speculation of a potential “soft launch” of a relationship, Martin Short was quick to clarify things.
During an interview he emphasized that their bond remains strictly platonic, stating, “I think a friendship always grows if you work with someone and love that person.”
Short made this remark while sitting with co-stars Selena Gomez and Steve Martin.
Steve Martin also weighed in, assuring everyone that Streep is “friends with all of them,” while Gomez sweetly noted that the connection between Short and Streep’s “Only Murders in the Building” characters is “so sweet.”
May 2024: Martin Opens Up About Meryl
In a special chat with People, Martin Short revealed that Meryl Streep decided to join “Only Murders in the Building” on a whim.
He shared that she contacted him to show her interest in being part of the show, not knowing about the love interest storyline that was in the works.
Short also talked about how people are so curious about their friendship, saying he finds it interesting but isn’t bothered by it.
Looking back on Streep’s first day on set, he confessed he felt a little anxious about their scenes together.
Meryl and Martin, BTS from Only Murderers In The Building
March 2024: A Date At The Theater!
Meryl Streep and Martin Short enjoyed a Saturday night at Broadway’s Merrily We Roll Along, where they were spotted at the Hudson Theatre.
Corey Mach, who stars in the show, excitedly tweeted about Streep’s and Short’s attendance. An Instagram user shared a photo of the pair enjoying the performance and chatting happily.
2023: Partying and Romance Rumors
On February 9, Meryl Streep, Martin Short, and Steve Martin came together to celebrate the after-party for the Broadway opening of “Pictures From Home”.
They took a photo to remember the night. Streep and Short, who played romantic partners in “Only Murders in the Building”, led fans to wonder about their chemistry off-screen.
Showrunner John Hoffman commended their on-screen relationship, noting how they mix comedy and drama to form a strong and authentic bond.
2015 and 2017: The First Time We Saw Them Together
In February 2015, Meryl Streep supported Martin Short during his run in “It’s Only a Play” on Broadway, with the stars posing backstage at the Jacobs Theater.
Later, in June 2017, Streep and Short attended the AFI’s 45th Life Achievement Award Gala Tribute to Diane Keaton, where they sat next to each other.
Streep and Short
Are They Dating or Not?
The delulu in me is 100% sure there is romance between Meryl and Martin.
Sure you can hold hands with your friends but sometimes it just feels more intimate between these two, they’ve been low-key giving off major “couple energy.”
All actors have chemistry between them but with Short and Streep it feels more not only because they are playing a romantic couple but because the little things such as touching hands, the looks and everything don’t lie.
So the delulu in me will keep on hoping and I will be here when it becomes official between them!!
