Meryl Streep has been keeping the focus on her professional endeavors rather than on the rumors surrounding her personal life. As she promotes the highly anticipated sequel to The Devil Wears Prada, the Oscar-winning actress has made it clear that she does not want to discuss her alleged relationship with Martin Short.
Over the past month, Streep has been actively engaging in press appearances and red carpet events for the film. However, according to insiders, there has been a strict guideline in place regarding any questions about her rumored romance with the comedian.
“No questions about her rumored romance with Martin Short,” was the directive given, as reported by Rob Shuter’s Substack page. This was not just suggested — it was mandated. Publicists made it very clear: “Do not go there.” Everyone involved in the press tour received the memo, and breaking it could result in losing access to the star.
As a result, interviews tied to the press tour have been closely monitored. “This is tightly controlled. Every question is vetted — the narrative is managed,” an insider shared.
Despite these restrictions, the buzz around Streep and Short has not diminished. In fact, one eyewitness claimed that their connection was impossible to ignore during a recent theater outing. “They were openly affectionate, arms around each other throughout the performance,” they explained.
Interestingly, despite the reported restrictions, Streep herself briefly mentioned Short during the tour — and it caught people off guard. “She brought him up herself — and that’s what stunned everyone,” the source said.
That moment occurred publicly during the Tuesday, April 21, episode of “Andy Radio Live.” Sitting alongside Anne Hathaway, Streep was asked about a possible return to Broadway — and she didn’t hesitate to mention Short. “Oh, I would love to do so. I was talking with Marty Short about that,” the iconic star, 76, revealed with a huge smile across her face. “We were thinking that would be fun to do,” she added.
“To do something together?” asked Andy Cohen, to which Streep replied, “Yeah.” “That would be so cool!” raved costar Emily Blunt, while Cohen responded, “Wow! That would be great!”
Streep and Short, both 76, have shared the screen as love interests on Only Murders in the Building since she joined the hit show in Season 3. Their natural chemistry quickly sparked dating rumors, especially after it was revealed that she had quietly separated from her husband, Don Gummer, years earlier.
While neither has publicly confirmed the relationship, their offscreen moments have only fueled speculation. The couple was seen holding hands at the Season 4 premiere of the show in August 2024, in addition to being spotted enjoying a cozy dinner together in Santa Monica.
By December of that year, insiders claimed, “Their romance was the worst-kept secret on set. The timing is just not right for them to shout their love from the rooftops.”
Another source explained why the two have chosen to stay quiet. “She thinks it’s silly to call Martin her boyfriend, and besides, she doesn’t think it’s anyone’s business,” the insider said. “What they have is special. It works for them.”
For now, Streep appears focused on her latest project, with The Devil Wears Prada 2 set to hit theaters in the United States on May 1.
