Meryl Streep and Martin Short Fuel Romance Rumours While Supporting Tom Hanks in His New Stage Production

Meryl Streep and Martin Short appear together once again in New York, fuelling romance rumours while supporting Tom Hanks at a theatre premiere.

Meryl Streep and Martin Short have once again become the centre of attention after attending the opening night of This World of Tomorrow, the new play led by Tom Hanks in New York. The actress and the comedian, who share the screen in Only Murders in the Building, attended the 18 November premiere alongside Steve Martin and Rita Wilson, forming a group that drew every spotlight both inside the venue and backstage. Their united appearance reignited public curiosity, especially after being seen together repeatedly since January 2024, when they appeared at the Golden Globes.

Following the performance, Streep and Short posed backstage with Hanks and Wilson, celebrating the premiere in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere that only intensified the speculation. Meanwhile, on the red carpet, Hanks arrived with co-star Kelli O’Hara, who stood out in a design by Markarian.

Although neither has confirmed a romantic relationship, rumours have circulated for nearly two years. Their chemistry on and off screen, combined with their consistent public appearances, continues to feed a narrative that fascinates Hollywood. For now, the pair remain silent, but their presence together continues to be one of the most talked-about details in New York’s cultural scene.