Martin Short and Meryl Streep Hold Hands at Premiere

At the Season 4 premiere of "Only Murders in the Building," Martin Short and Meryl Streep were spotted holding hands, reigniting speculation about their relationship status. The duo, who portray love interests in the Hulu series, appeared cheerful while walking alongside co-star Steve Martin at the Paramount lot in Los Angeles. A video shared by Deadline captured their playful interaction, where they reached out to hold hands while posing for photos with fellow cast members, including Selena Gomez. Streep, 75, showcased her fashion sense in a stylish blue and white patterned Stella McCartney dress, complemented by black belts and white kitten heels. Short, 74, opted for a classic black suit paired with a white shirt and maroon tie. Despite the affectionate display, a representative for Streep clarified to Page Six that the two are "just friends and not dating," aiming to quell the romance rumors that have circulated since their cozy appearance at the 2024 Golden Globe Awards. Short has consistently denied any romantic involvement, emphasizing their close friendship during a podcast appearance and in a recent interview. The pair has been seen together multiple times over the past seven months, including a Broadway outing in March and a dinner with friends in Santa Monica. Meanwhile, Page Six reported in October 2023 that Streep is single after a long-term separation from her husband, Don Gummer, following 40 years of marriage.