Meryl Streep and Martin Short keep making headlines due to their relationship speculation. The duo first sparked dating rumors in 2024. Moreover, they were spotted spending time at a Tom Hanks play in November of last year. Now, as per a source, Streep and Short might take their romance to the next level by tying the knot.
Meryl Streep and Martin Short’s friends say ‘the next step will be a wedding,’ per source
According to RadarOnline.com, Meryl Streep and Martin Short might be heading towards their wedding. An insider of the duo stated, “Friends are whispering the next step will be a wedding.” The individual further added, “It’s obvious Meryl is madly in love. Martin is quick, intelligent, and, of course, funny. He makes her laugh. A sense of humor can be very attractive.”
The insider also said, “Neither one of them probably ever imagined they’d find love again at this stage of their lives.” The source concluded, saying, “They seem like two teens in high school. It’s sweet.” After sparking dating rumors in January 2024, a rep for Short confirmed that the Only Murders in the Building co-stars are just friends. Moreover, the Canadian comedian denied the speculation in his interview.
However, Page Six‘s source stated in March 2025 that the duo had been dating for “well over a year now. The source continued that the romance between the pair was “completely unexpected” and “took them by surprise.” Additionally, the insider stated, The Devil Wears Prada star “couldn’t help but fall for Martin. He is a gentleman, he keeps her laughing, and is an all-around positive person.” The source said, “She loves being around him.”
On the other hand, the duo’s “friends and family, including their kids, absolutely approve of their relationship.” They also “think they’re adorable together.” The insider also shared that Streep and Martin “bonded over the loss of their exes,” who passed away from cancer. However, the pair reportedly had no plans for marriage. The insider explained, “They’re happy dating as boyfriend and girlfriend.”
