Martin Short was spotted getting dinner in Santa Monica on Friday night, weeks after his daughter's death.
The 76-year-old actor – whose in February –sought comfort in close friend JJ Abrams, who accompanied him on the outing.
He looked solemn while dressed in a dark suit jacket and light blue button-up shirt.
The Hollywood veteran was clean shaven as he was spotted out for the first time since the devastating loss of one of his three children.
In addition to Katherine, Short and late wife Nancy Dolman also adopted sons Oliver, 39, and Henry, 36.
Katherine was 42-years-old when she was discovered at her Hollywood Hills home with a in late February.
Martin Short was spotted getting dinner in Santa Monica on Friday night, weeks after his daughter's death
The 76-year-old actor's daughter Katherine died by suicide in late February; pictured in 2011
Following her death, a representative for Short issued a statement: 'It is with profound grief that we confirm the passing of Katherine Hartley Short.
'The Short family is devastated by this loss, and asks for privacy at this time. Katherine was beloved by all and will be remembered for the light and joy she brought into the world.'
Short sought comfort in close friend JJ Abrams, who accompanied him on the outing
Short and his daughter pictured in 2008
Short also said that he has never been one of those people who think death means means 'the end.'
