India, Feb. 25 -- Martin Short's life has been full of tragedies. The legendary comedian and actor has time and again said that these losses have shaped him as a person. On Monday, the 75-year-old lost his only daughter, Katherine, to suicide. The 42-year-old social worker was reportedly found dead at her home in the Hollywood Hills. TMZ cited law enforcement sources to report that she died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

"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," a Short family spokesperson said in a statement.

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