Martin Short

Biography

Martin Hayter Short, CM (born March 26, 1950) is a Canadian comedian, actor, writer, singer and producer. He is best known for his comedy work, particularly on the TV programs SCTV and Saturday Night Live. He has also starred in many popular comedic films such as Three Amigos, Innerspace, Pure Luck, Jungle 2 Jungle, Mars Attacks!, Father of the Bride, and Father of the Bride Part 2.

Known For

The Simpsons

as Guthrie Frenel (voice)

Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted

as Stefano (voice)

Mars Attacks!

as Jerry Ross

How I Met Your Mother

as Garrison Cootes

Treasure Planet

as B.E.N. (voice)

The Prince of Egypt

as Huy (voice)

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

as Sebastian Ballentine / Henry Palaver

Frankenweenie

as Mr. Frankenstein / Mr. Burgemeister / Nassor (voice)

Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

as Kingfish (voice)

Modern Family

as Merv Schechter