India, Feb. 25 -- Martin Short's daughter, Katherine Elizabeth Short, has passed away, TMZ reported. She was 42.

Katherine died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at her Hollywood Hills home Monday. LAPD and the fire department responded to the residence and found her deceased.

A representative told TMZ, "It is with profound grief that we confirm the passing of Katherine Hartley Short. The Short family is devastated by this loss, and asks for privacy at this time. Katherine was beloved by all and will be remembered for the light and joy she brought into the world."

Martin Short was married to Nancy Jane Dolman, a Canadian actress and singer. They met in 1972 during a Toronto production of Godspell and tied the knot on December 22, 198...