martin short s wife dies

Martin Short's wife of 30 years, former actress Nancy Dolman, has died, the actor's rep tells UsMagazine.com.

Funnyman Martin Short is dealing with a tragedy tonight: his wife Nancy Dolman has died. A representative for the grieving actor confirmed the sad news to RadarOnline.com Monday evening, which reports that Dolman passed away at the couple’s home in the Pacific Palisades.

Martin Short's wife of 30 years, Nancy Dolman, died Saturday at the couple's Pacific Palisades home in California, the couple's representative announced late Monday. On Saturday morning, the Los Angeles City Fire Department went to their home in response to an emergency call. Dolman, best known for a recurring role as Annie Selig Tate on the TV sitcom 'Soap,' met Short in 1972 while both were working on a stage production of 'Godspell.' She was Gilda Radner's understudy, but quickly caught the attention of Short. The couple has three children: Katherine Elizabeth, 27, Oliver Patrick, 24, and Henry, 20.

Short, known for guarding his private life, has dealt with great family tragedy before. Our whole family took the attitude that if you have wonderful moments, don't second-guess them, just enjoy them."