Nancy Dolman was a Canadian actress who is best known for her roles in Soap, Royal Suite, and Landon Landon & Landon. She was married to fellow actor Martin Short and was active in the entertainment industry before retiring to raise her family.
Personal and Family Life
Nancy Dolman was born on September 26, 1951, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She married Martin Short on December 22, 1980, and they had three children together: Katherine, Henry, and Oliver. Dolman took a break from acting in 1985 to focus on her family life as a full-time mother.
Career Overview
Dolman was known for her performances in various television series and movies. She was also the understudy for Gilda Radner in the famous 1972 production of Godspell, where she first met her future husband, Martin Short. Alongside her work in show business, she enjoyed a luxurious life, owning a vacation home in Muskoka with friends from the industry.
Death and Legacy
Nancy Dolman passed away on August 21, 2010, in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, California, due to ovarian cancer. Her legacy lives on through her work in television and the love for her family. She is remembered fondly by her husband Martin Short and their children.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Butterbump in the 8th | 1986 | TV Movie |
| SCTV Channel | 1984 | TV Series |
| Family in Blue | 1982 | TV Movie |
| It’s a Living | 1981 | TV Series |
| Soap | 1980–1981 | TV Series |
| Landon Landon & Landon | 1980 | TV Series |
| Custard Pie | 1977 | TV Series |
| Teleplay | 1977 | TV Series |
| Royal Suite | 1976 | TV Series |