Martin Short Talks About His Daughter
Introduction
Actor Martin Short talked about his daughter, Katherine. She died recently.
Main Body
Katherine was 42 years old. She had a mental illness. She killed herself in February. Martin Short says this illness is like cancer. It is a very sick disease. Martin Short had a sad life. His brother and parents died when he was young. Many of his friends died recently too. He says these things helped him stay strong. Now, Martin Short wants to help people. He works with a group called Bringchange2mind. He wants people to talk about mental health. He wants to help others.
Conclusion
Martin Short is sad, but he is working. His new movie comes out on May 12.
Learning
π THEN vs. NOW
Look at how the story changes from the past to the present.
The Past (Finished) We use words like was, died, and had.
- Katherine was 42. β (She is not 42 now).
- He had a sad life. β (This happened a long time ago).
The Present (Now) We use words like is, works, and wants.
- Martin Short is sad. β (How he feels today).
- He works with a group. β (His current job/action).
Quick Guide: Word Changes
| Past | Present | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Was | Is | To be |
| Had | Has/Wants | To own or desire |
| Died | Dies | To stop living |
π‘ Pro Tip: When you see 'ed' at the end of a word (like helped), it usually means the action is over!