Steve Martin Cancels Multiple US Comedy Shows Due to COVID-19

Steve Martin, aged 80, has canceled two of his comedy shows with Martin Short scheduled in Virginia Beach and Richmond after testing positive for COVID-19. The cancellations come as part of their "The Dukes Of Funnytown!" tour, with refund offers extended to ticket holders and new dates yet to be announced. This is not the first time the duo had to postpone shows due to COVID; earlier in the year, they canceled dates after Martin contracted the virus following the Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary special, humorously dubbing it the 'SNL 50th Covid curse.' Despite the setbacks, Martin and Short plan to continue their tour, with upcoming shows scheduled through April 2026, including a new tour titled "The Best of Steve Martin & Martin Short" beginning in early 2026. Fans and fellow celebrities have sent well wishes for Martin's recovery, highlighting the ongoing impact of COVID on live performances even as the pandemic's peak has passed. The comedians remain active in entertainment, notably starring together in "Only Murders in the Building."