After more than a year of swirling rumors, it’s finally confirmed: Meryl Streep, 75, and Martin Short, 74, are indeed a couple. The Hollywood icons, who play lovers on Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building, have been quietly dating for “well over a year,” according to an insider.
The source revealed that their romance “took them by surprise,” as neither was actively looking for a relationship when they first got together. However, their connection blossomed naturally, and their relationship has since won the approval of friends, family, and even their children. “They all absolutely approve of their relationship and think they’re adorable together,” the insider shared.
Streep and Short, who portray Loretta Durkin and Oliver Putnam on the hit series, sparked dating rumors in early 2024 after being spotted together multiple times. Their chemistry became even more apparent when they were seen holding hands at an Only Murders in the Building event last August.
A source who observed them at the event informed “It’s gotta be more than a ‘showmance.’ There is definitely something there.” While Streep’s representative initially denied the rumors, calling them “just friends,” insiders later revealed to DailyMail.com that their romance began on the set of the show.
“Meryl and Martin denied their romantic involvement months ago,” the insider said. “They are the worst-kept secret of the entire production. No one really asks them anything because they don’t need to.”
Short has openly expressed his admiration for Streep, describing their off-camera bond as a friendship that “always grows if you work with someone and love that person.” Their connection was further highlighted over the weekend when they appeared together in a photo shared by Jennifer Lopez, reigniting speculation about their relationship.
