Martin Short (2) (1950–)

I've enjoyed what movies of Martin's I've seen so I'm not suprised I found his memoir funny as well. It's interesting to hear about how he got his start and the genuine friendships he's made with other stars such as Eugene Levy, Steve Martin, and Tom Hanks. What was surprising is how much loss Martin has suffered and how strongly he's moved through it, when it might bring many of us down.

I haven't really watched any of his sketch comedy, but for those interested the book contains excerpts about and from the perspective of his more famous characters, if that's of interest.

I'm thinking that if you like him as an actor/comedian and you enjoy memoirs, you'll like this one.… (plus d'informations)

I thoroughly enjoyed the audiobook version partly because Martin Short narrated it himself and just hearing his upbeat presentation was enough to put a smile on my face. Like me, Short was (and still is) Canadian, and he delivers his account with usual Canuck matter-of-factness, hitting all the high notes of sincerity and never veering into nastiness. That I could relate to and enjoy as well.

Martin Short has lived a remarkable life, yet he seems not to really know it. Even when he name-drops, he does it in such a way that it feels ordinary. And talk about high energy! He cracks jokes throughout and even breaks into song at some points. Yet, when he talks about his wife, Nancy, you sense his love and devotion to her, and then later, the depth of his loss when she is taken too soon.

I rode the highs and lows of Martin Short's life, never losing interest. Needless to say, I highly recommend this book.… (plus d'informations)