Steve Martin was born on August 14, 1945, in Waco, Texas, and raised in Inglewood and Garden Grove, California. Growing up in a Baptist family, he had a complex relationship with his father, who was “stern, and not emotionally open,” leading Martin to feel “hatred” during his teens.

Martin’s career took off with his participation in the “Saturday Night Live” ensemble, where his acting skills and quick wit made him a beloved figure in television and film. He starred in classics like “Pink Panther,” “Cheaper by the Dozen,” and “Father of the Bride.”

In 2012, Martin and his wife, Anne Stringfield, welcomed their daughter, with Martin becoming a father for the first time at 67. Despite his extensive career, he expressed contentment with retiring, stating, “I’m not going to seek other movies. I don’t want to do cameos. This is, weirdly, it.”

The revival of his career came with the show “Only Murders in the Building,” which earned him three Emmy nominations. Martin emphasized his satisfaction with his character’s development, stating, “I’m very happy with my character not growing… Once you get to 75, there’s not a lot left to learn, there’s only more mistakes.”

As he eases into retirement, Martin’s departure from Hollywood is marked by his significant contributions and memorable performances, making his farewell one of triumph and satisfaction.