Steve Martin has officially entered the chat, and no one’s social life is safe. In a plot twist worthy of a rom-com, the comedy legend has jumped headfirst into the swirling rumors that his Only Murders in the Building co-stars, Meryl Streep and Martin Short, are more than just fellow sleuths. Yes, whispers of these two icons being romantically entangled have been making the rounds ever since they radiated chaotic chemistry at the 2024 Golden Globes.
For context (in case you live under a rock), back in January, Martin Short’s PR team tried to play it cool, saying, “Nah, they’re just really good friends.” Classic. But if “just friends” includes holding hands at fancy events and sharing meaningful eye contact over award show wine… well, color us suspicious.
And just when we thought this situation couldn’t get juicier, boom! Steve Martin comes in like the human version of a wink emoji. This week, the pair was spotted on what looked suspiciously like a double date with another Hollywood power couple, leaving fans to wonder: “Are we witnessing romance or just an expertly executed PR masterclass?”
But the real chaos ensued when Steve posted a photo on Instagram, featuring himself with Meryl and Martin. The original image was snapped for Glamour magazine, but Steve decided to slap a giant red X over his own face—because, of course, that’s what any mischievous comedy legend would do.
Fans, naturally, lost their collective minds in the comments section. “Is Steve just… launching the relationship right now?! What is happening?” one fan gasped. Another commented, “The idea of Meryl and Martin being together gives me the kind of joy that only puppies or finding $20 in your pocket can.”
And honestly, Steve didn’t provide a single caption to clarify any of this. It’s the comedic equivalent of a mic drop: no explanation, just pure anarchy.
So, did Steve just out Meryl and Martin as Hollywood’s most unexpected new “It” couple? Or is this all one elaborate bit by the three funniest people on the planet? Stay tuned—we’re monitoring the situation like it’s the season finale of The Bachelor. If there’s a relationship reveal on the horizon, you’ll be the first to know. Probably. Maybe.
(And if they aren’t dating, well, they should consider it, because the world could really use this kind of joy right now.)