Steve Martin on Why He Loves Martin Short, Only Murders Season 4 & Poached Egg Obsession

Steve talks to guest host Martin Short about his secret to never aging, his documentary “Steve” on Apple TV+, buying Marty an electric egg poacher, auditioning for Dean Martin, the moment he fell in love his wife Anne, filming “Only Murders in the Building,” working with Selena Gomez and Meryl Streep, and Marty and Steve list all the things they love most about each other.
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[@ReadMoreHistory-v9u]

Martin Short is one of the most talented comedians of all time. So bright, so quick, has a comeback for everything. Steve is his brilliant counterpart. I love them together.

[@didlidoodles343]

I couldn't agree more! 👍🏾

[@doriswaddington2418]

He’s a great father! Brought up his three adopted children when his wife died of cancer

[@starchild2358]

Two LEGENDARY best friends ❤

[@previnsnaidu1]

Their comedic chemistry is just perfection, such a joy

[@forbesforbes2752]

Yep. Are these guys a breath of fresh air or what?

[@yumnuska]

The magic of these two, I think, is how they build each other up, and then knock each other down, only less, and then knock themselves down a bit too. And then they just show genuine love.

[@gabe_s_videos]

They're really one of the last of the old-school comedy duos.

[@frasierfreak92]

I love how for the first minute Steve is wondering whether they’re going to do their usual roasting, and then as soon as Marty throws out the first zinger he’s like, “Oh, we’re doing this” 😂 But what’s especially nice is they truly love each other. If you read Marty’s autobiography, Steve and his wife were so important for him when his wife passed away. They really looked after him and helped him grieve, along with his kids. You can feel the warmth Marty has for him in his book.

[@Shea3224]

Two Of the most famous Martins Of All Times in my book!! ABSOLUTE LIVING LEGENDS!! 💜

[@rudykraft5526]

What about Dean Martin, Martin Luther King, Martin Luther, Martin Van Buren, Martin Lawrence, and Quinn Martin

[@karenmbbaxter]

@@rudykraft5526 That is very true......Okay then the two most famous comedy Martins.

[@Shea3224]

@@rudykraft5526, Agree. That’s so True. I just changed it to “Two Of” Does it sound better? 💜

[@Shea3224]

@@karenmbbaxter, Do you think “Two Of” is good? I changed it before I saw your comment. 💜

[@yvonnewakefield7748]

Together they become a single entity: Steve Martin Short 🤟

[@Missunderstood103]

'Steve, u don't age!That's the benefit of looking 70 when you're 30.' 😂🤣🤣

[@samuka_smk]

😂😂😂

[@gurudatta_rao]

Steve, you don't age! That's the benefit of looking 70 "SINCE" you're 30. Since ✅ When ❌

[@MikeB12800]

Amazing line

[@MJo-ng4lj]

Age is just a number. What!?! You're 3 digits?!?😅

[@JCIK2311]

​@@gurudatta_rao since "you WERE" 30.

[@edgarcayce2.02]

Seems these two simply can't go anywhere without each other.

[@krabb55]

Perhaps, before weeks end, Martin Short could read your comment then show a composite photo of what a child of the two would’ve looked like from infancy to mid age. Would be a hoot.

[@rikkiechambers4959]

Ahhh these two together .. it’s sooo hard not to hear echos of SNL from my childhood .. we were so lucky to have that .. what a joy this was ❤

[@karenmbbaxter]

I was an 80's girl so I don't remember them on SNL but I remember then on The 3 Amigos and Father of The Bride 1 and 2........Too funny.

[@circle1c]

Martin only did one season on SNL and he was brilliant. Ed Grimley was my favorite character of his but he was brilliant. Also, his autobiography is really good.

[@dontbeanahole]

Funky Tut!

[@DigitalJeremy]

​@@dontbeanahole got a condo made of stone-a

[@ThePancakeJedi]

It warms my heart to see that, even at old age, these magnificent beasts still can remember the same old jokes.

[@davidtaylor111]

I worked with these two guys a month ago and they are just like this even when they are not trying to entertain people..... they are kind and funny and sweet and I really hope I get the chance to work with them again...

[@pinang1]

wow lucky. It's hard to imagine for me that these two could be rude to anyone. If I'd have to pick two people to hang out with all the time...

[@angelariebli4843]

Nothing funnier than these two roasting each other.

[@MrSatnavatron]

Since we lost Don Rickles , its been too quiet

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

@@MrSatnavatron no it's good. don was awful.

[@b_melly]

As a 80s baby and a kid of the 90s…. I FCKIN LOVE this duo!! They are REAL comedians.

[@prachim.7882]

Yeah, I don’t think anyone can better chemistry than these two

[@Kllgg]

I love how these 2 have embraced Selena Gomez in such a wholesome way, loving way. All while integrating her into their constant roasting of each other

[@taydrabrookshire347]

They destroy each other lovingly

[@rachel_rexxx]

I love that these two are working together so much again

[@Rhov9]

Honestly, it gives me an unreasonable amount of joy that they’re out doing standup together - I genuinely love these guys

[@carlbeamon1343]

💙 Steve Martin is the calmest cool star I’ve ever met! He and Martin Short were guest moons ago at D.S. Cramer ranch party and Steve impressed me as the most natural comedian ever with no pretense.💙

[@sclogse1]

What's a guest moon?

[@Shea3224]

Michael Buble concert in Utah, & a Pickleball Court!! 🤣🤣

[@Lhawk2107]

dang thats white ...

[@ManyfiresWoman]

I had to laugh but then I thought about it and realized how many white friends do play pickleball...and I don't even know what is. 🤭

[@RosieYogi40]

I’m using this on my 17 yr old son because he almost makes Steve Martin look tan.

[@Sandra-du6cv]

🤭😂😂😂😉

[@mrsr003]

I’m from Utah! And that is hysterical and true! Lol!

[@5Angieb]

To say I love these two guys is an EXTREME understatement. They truly are INCREDIBLE and love their comradeship and humour. I love them both, but Martin Short has ALWAYS been my all time fave ever. You can see how much they genuinely love each other which is much of the reason they're so great together. They are fantastic 💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@traviscooper6883]

I love how they genuinely enjoy one-upping each other.

[@susanmcginn856]

I love these two so much!

[@TheAccidentalViking]

I LOVE Vera! Brenda is a living legend.

[@geoffoconnor3487]

Bless Brenda Blethyn. Say that quickly 5 times.

[@paulaschneider8883]

Steve Martin: 78; Martin Short: 74. Still so amazing and articulate!! Could watch hours of this!!

[@solarczyk49]

When two great comedians meet, a smile is guaranteed.

[@ShowTheReal]

Martin Short is one of my favorite actors of all time. When I was a kid, Innerspace was my favorite movie.

[@wayne4050]

A highly under rated comic gem.

[@CallMeGailyn]

Oh, yes. I think I had a crush on him for that. 😂

[@skeleton.wizard]

*FSSSSHH* "NOT MOUSSE!! ....HAIRSPRAY!!"

[@dannyf1168]

Marti Short is killing it

[@3eyedfish]

That skit with Bill Hader was hilarious

[@BAYBAY_316]

If jimmy ever really leaves the show I think Martin Short would be a great choice as a replacement if he wanted it.

[@Anthony-zt1zs]

He's really unbelievably talented.

[@dannyf1168]

@@BAYBAY_316 I vote Sean Hayes

[@ritaevans7125]

Amazing. Excellent promotion of a show I love, and Martin kills it, as do the other cast members. Definitely a night show host that would be watched with joy.

[@arrowverselover100]

Love how they are having a normal conversation, but just with a live audience.

[@helloshiny8475]

Steve Martin has an amazing voice, so soothing, and funny, perfect,

[@asmrwithannie]

Martin Short needs to be doing this show. He's a joy to watch.

[@amygrimes9400]

yes, he is genuinely laugh out loud funny every single night he's been guest hosting. Jimmy Fallon is not laugh out loud funny. actually not funny at all.

[@asmrwithannie]

@@amygrimes9400 Totally agree with you. You're so right. Martin's just got it.

[@dirfrops]

I’m so glad Martin is bringing back Jiminy Glick. I saw him on Bill Maher and lost it. Zach Galifianakis’ “Between Two Ferns” is a great homage to this amazing character.

[@MiBzAn]

I love these two gentleman. Absolute comedic juggernauts. I cannot wait for the new season of OMITB! ❤ Just gold when they're together. ❤

[@VincentAgostino-gy6hr]

I hate when Kimmel takes the summer off but I love Martin Short and Steve Martin… I worked with Steve Martin on his first film The Jerk…

[@dorissellin9046]

A cherished memory!!👍🏼👍🏼

[@primrose62]

Such a great movie !

[@VincentAgostino-gy6hr]

@@primrose62 I was a Production Assistant but it was a great film to work on… The cast & crew were terrific…. I met people who I stayed friends with throughout my career. And as a bonus I got to meet Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.

[@mommaduke6164]

@@VincentAgostino-gy6hr THAT IS AWESOME! Bet that was a great experience. That movie is a classic in my books.

[@primrose62]

@@VincentAgostino-gy6hr very cool !

[@margo3367]

I love Martin Short. There was a certain familiar and even familial atmosphere in the studio that I felt through the screen. Like the people on the stage and the people in the audience were at a family dinner. It was a beautiful moment.

[@MrHeretrix]

This is what sharp wit is like. Short is a master.

[@arashkamangir9824]

Please don’t let Kimmel back. You two are the best.

[@niecejohns1027]

I love how articulate these two are. It's a pleasure to listen to cleverly crafted sentences without the fillers "like" and "y'know" and "um."

[@CD_Character]

That's, basically, literally what I was thinking.

[@ElTuco84]

Great comedians are some of the smartest people on earth.

[@antipop885]

These 2 together are just Steve Martin Short 😂

[@jasonjohnson4803]

😂 Sounds like a Wheel of Fortune puzzle.

[@Jamal3.87]

@@jasonjohnson4803the category is “before & after” 😂

[@goettling]

Nice one!

[@AlexC981]

I was thinking about this for years😂. I wonder if anyone did this as a joke on a show. I know I would 😅

[@jesseswarbrick7895]

​@@AlexC981best working pair since Tom Arnold Schwarzenegger in True Lies lol

[@chrisf2538]

I'm so glad Only murders comes back in late August. That show just feels like Fall to me. The intro music and animation just scream Fall to me, not sure why but I love it anyway

[@MinorKey135]

It might be the beautifully animated foliage; that’s what does it for me

[@TheKhaliente]

It’s the sweaters and coats for me. I can’t watch it when it’s summer.

[@buckyvonbuck2410]

Steve Martin. He earned it. They both are greats enjoying their success as hams.

[@emily60156]

It's so true that Steve Martin hasn't aged at all. He looks exactly the same as he did in one of my favorite movies of all time--Planes, Trains and Automobiles.

[@elenipappas2441]

I absolutely love Steve Martin He's always been hilarious - especially in the 70s when he'd do his stand up with the arrow through his head He's always been just a 'wild and crazy guy' Those people that didn't laugh just didn't have humour Wish him the best always

[@davidcoyne9448]

Damn this is good. Their rapport is a rare delight, such experienced, talented, relevant dudes.

[@kentandsimone]

These guys are living legends!!! very funny...

[@karenmbbaxter]

And they are always classy without offending people......Kathy Griffin became nasty when a female actress told her her real name in private......Kathy thought it would be hilarious to say her real name but it wasn't funny and instead it just showed kathy was nasty more than anything else........Seinfeld also did a tour of my city many years ago and after making a lot of money from sold out shows MY CITY then became the butt of his jokes. Much like Billy Crystal and Chevy Chase these comedians of the 1980's just had class about them.

[@Afriend-nv4uq]

Steve Martin & Martin Short!!

[@busterbrown446]

I think it's Steve Martin Short.

[@ExMachinaEngineering]

@@busterbrown446 no, no... The Martins cancel out and its Steve Short

[@carolynalsen3877]

Collective Couple Noun: Smartin

[@johnmcnamara6174]

Vera is a brilliant show. Well picked Steve

[@susannariera]

Agree, and Brenda Blethyn is an amazing actress.

[@glintrhmj]

Greatest duo and individual legends honestly so funny 😂😂 can’t beat their timing tone and material

[@karenmbbaxter]

These guys have classy humor without becoming mean like some comedians do.

[@dorissellin9046]

Men with class !!

[@MADDOGEMA]

These two are amazing. So many years of laughs, there will never be a duo like this again.

[@reneethornton9228]

Steve, I love him and he still has his famous smile.

[@dorothylewis5864]

These 2 are so sweet together & it's not just funny but delightful how they enjoy to riff off each other; genuinely funny, & cleanly so, & joyful to be with. Love you both but soft spot for Marty, just 1 of so many talented Canadians. On the other hand, Steve, as well, great taste in art 😉

[@garethmckee5927]

They really are the best of friends.

[@Anthony-zt1zs]

It's such a blessing seeing Steve & Martin work. They are off the charts in talent.

[@martymethuselah]

two of the three amigos.. sweet little butter cup...

[@karenmbbaxter]

I was an 80's child so I loved this movie......They were both in Father of The Bride 1 and 2 where Martin Short was Franke that crazy wedding planner......In the 80's all the wedding planners seemed to have a strange European accent that the father couldn't understand but daughters would make their fathers pay thousands to this type of wedding planner for these over-the-top wedding ideas.......and all the bride maids wore either pink, lavender or apricot colored dresses and they were hideous.

[@Melo7849]

They wanted a blow up sex doll of Chevy Chase, but they were afraid of being sued.

[@jasonolson3133]

I love just seeing those two together wow

[@wendiorr703]

Two wild and crazy guys!!! 😂

[@dorissellin9046]

😂😂😂👍🏼👍🏼

[@keepingitreal4660]

😂❤😂❤😂

[@dscmex]

Been a fan of these two for some 30- ish years. You rock.

[@StephenDodds-o6e]

Don't hurry back, Jimmy.

[@KimberlyMartin-bg8ji]

You definitely deserve more recognition for this!

[@lynnebucher6537]

...go together like a lower back tattoo and Florida." As a FL resident, I felt that.

[@deeobrien5417]

They crack each other up and love each other so much!! It’s so lovely! ❤❤❤

[@varorbenediktsson9605]

Both looking at the paper floating to the floor at the same time! So in sync! Love it!

[@happycat3399]

And Steve, oh, you dropped your cocaine 😅 and Marty just pick right up and goes with it! They are totally in synch and their timing is impeccable!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@fatsuperfly]

Love these guys, wish it was a longer interview thing between em. They are amazing

[@jordanmiles2195]

this friendship always makes me smile.

[@dammitjim9131]

Can't wait for "Only Murders in the Building Season 4". Excellent show! Love the entire cast.

[@Lon.BedStuyforLife]

I had to watch this, the interaction between Martin Short and Steve Martin was amazing! Martin Short interviewing Steve Martin!!! 😲😲🥰🥰🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@anthonygordon9483]

Martin Short went to the school of entertainment. No one else graduated. I love Steve Martin but man Martin Short can run circles around you in improv like its nothing. Martin Short got his acting debut on Taxi. He was a serious actor but his improv is so on point that he became a comedian actor. True story.

[@MrHeretrix]

He is the best.

[@lawe895]

Can't stand Martin Short but absolutely LOVE Steve Martin!!! He's the best!

[@anthonygordon9483]

@@lawe895 I dont think Martin Short is ever out of improv mode He acts as if he is in show business every where he goes. I can see why you have that sentiment. lol

[@Tav57]

Martin short did not get his debut on Taxi, he was in theatre productions in Toronto Canada and was in the original production of Godspell, with Gilda Radner and other great notable actors. And of course he was on SCTV, produced out of Edmonton Canada, for years, which then got picked up in the United States.

[@confidentconnor]

Did I just hear right Steve right he watches Vera what a legend

[@jaycossey850]

I remember Steve's standup when he did summer replacement for the Smothers Brothers. Loved his "oh, stop" act--AND the balloons.

[@professorsogol5824]

John James Audubon was a watercolorist, not a print maker per se. The prints were prepared by Robert Havell and Son of London, who make copperplate engravings of each painting, printed them in black and white and supervised the assembly line of over 100 colorists who applied aquatint color to the prints.

[@justsaying14]

Thx Professor 🤓

[@robertbruce2128]

And he didn’t make prints of birds in the late 18th century and early 20th century.

[@professorsogol5824]

@@robertbruce2128 I didn't catch that. And furthermore Audubon died in 1851. Great prints if you ever get to see an original

[@sergioj.rodriguez1190]

National treasures, these two. Truly professionals and masters of their craft.

[@colmastro4373]

"Mmmidon'tknow you're his wife" fkn sent me! 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@salihbbas]

he did that joke on snl already

[@popeye697]

​@@salihbbasyou know that comedians work a joke more than once, right?

[@kushking949]

tbh this is borin af

[@Vince-lq3ve]

@@kushking949 Some people can just quietly leave a party. Others have to take a dump in the middle of the living room before they leave.

[@aha3885]

​@@Vince-lq3ve And then you have the people that never went to a party. I think our friend is one of them.

[@thesilentknight4554]

Favorite movie with them both is always, The 3 Amigos!!🤠 Steve Martin looked old when I was 8. At 36 now, he still looks the same😮😂

[@cc1k435]

All that had happened to his appearance over his entire career is that his gray hair turned white and now he wears glasses. 😆

[@chipgarrett3139]

This made me so happy. I'm an 80s kid. 3 amigos is one of my favorite movies.

[@DizzyedUpGirl]

The chemistry with SteveMartinShort and Selena is just so great.

[@ManyfiresWoman]

I love watching them together. They're so quick with the jokes. Thanks for the laughter Steve² ! 😄

[@diannemose244]

Name plate on desk cracked me up 😂seriously we know it's Martin Short

[@robertbruce2128]

Kimmel has one also. Don’t know why.

[@flogrown4333]

Martin Short cracks me up on this series. I hope the keep going with it, it's awesome

[@matinsaberifar5049]

Martin Short is a global treasure that needs to be protected at all costs

[@nikoled4718]

“Hey you’re cocaine fell out” omg when they both looked at the ground together! Ugh I love these two so much. One of the funniest interviews I’ve seen in a while.

[@aaliyahrichardson-charles2905]

Nah caw it had me dying 🤣💀 Dem two are legends 🔥👌🏾

[@TerryDanielVoiceActor]

These guys are absolutely magical together!

[@Vinny_Gambini]

Its gunna be a great summer for us the seniors. God I love these guys. That's humour!

[@arnulfocortes2152]

After having my worst day of the year so far, these two made me forget everything and laugh to tears. They insult each other with so much respect and love it's hilarious!

[@snibdogg5057]

I saw The Threes Amigos in the theatre. Such a funny movie I have to watch it again.

[@rarad.3793]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE ,LOVE,LOVE "ONLY MURDERS...." . Been telling all friends and family to watch asap! I can not wait for season 5. All laughs , very heartwarming watching Selena and "her boys" . Best show I've seen in years ! Hope it last for yeeaaarrrrs

[@butterfly_roman85]

I love how they feed off each other. 😂😍

[@MarcodeMiranda]

I watch this show everyday, Martin.. amazing and well done. Steve Martin a great guest as well. Enjoyed every moment.

[@Melo7849]

Two regular guys that are best friends. They both happen to be professional / legendary comedians. Love these guys. Jimmy should be worried about keeping his gig. LoL.

[@miguelmckenzie248]

Everyone needs a friendship like these two legends have.

[@hermanmunster714]

Love them both, wish they would replace Kimmel with Martin Short he is good at this and refreshing doesnt have all the heavy negative vibe that Kimmel carries like some damn lode stone.

[@EveryHandleIsTaken979]

Only Murders in the Building is such a fantastic show! I’m always so excited for each season!

[@tylerhackner9731]

Love Steve Martin

[@laurahykes9206]

Love these two together!!! LEGENDS!!!

[@briankissooncastro]

The Martin Duo. They are comedy gold.

[@CoyoteJackson77]

Two of my favorite comedians ever! So much class

[@eugenedimitrov]

Really love Steve and Martin! They are Legends !!! Both so hilarious duo as well 😂😂😂!

[@shaeleigh111]

Please live forever. We need you always! And Billy Crystal!

[@2headedcow5252]

I still remember him singing king tut. He’s my favorite honky funky tut 😊

[@lisar3944]

I swear that Steve Martin looks exactly the same as he did when I was 10 years old. In 1978. OK his nose is a little bit fleshier, but everything else? SAME! Martin Short is still killing it too. Wonderful pair

[@bonniedrouillard3963]

My favourite appliance is my perfect egg maker. Perfect poached!

[@jeffreywhitney5079]

My god, they haven't lost a single fricken step! They're honestly as sharp as they ever were.

[@iamchrispaezjr]

These two are so hilarious together. I love Steve Martin & Martin Short

[@binoymathew246]

They have a wonderful friendship.

[@debireitknecht6302]

Wow! The Dynamic Duo (Senior Citizens Duo) Love these guys.