Actor and comedian Martin Short speaks publicly for the first time since his daughter, Katherine Short, died by suicide at age 42 in February. In an interview with CBS Sunday Morning, Short describes the death as “a nightmare” for his family and says the period since has been difficult. Multiple outlets report that Short frames his daughter’s struggle in terms of long-term illness, describing her as having “fought for a long time with extreme mental health.” He also compares mental health to other medical conditions, including cancer, saying both are diseases and that some can be terminal. Several reports note that the conversation includes discussion of grief and the importance of mental health awareness. The Guardian reports that the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed the cause of death as suicide, and other outlets echo that timeline and circumstances. Coverage also states that the interview comes less than three months after her death, with some accounts referencing memories of her final moments. Across sources, Short’s comments focus on the family’s toll, understanding mental illness, and expressing support for greater awareness.