About Jim Short
Jim Short (January 1, 1967 - January 5, 2025) was a stand-up comedian from San Francisco. Originally from Australia, he moved to Texas in 1979, and his faded accent caused some controversy that he often joked about. Short made numerous television appearances, including Shorties Watchin' Shorties, Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Late Night with Conan O'Brien and Comedy Central's Premium Blend. He won the 2004 San Francisco International Stand Up Competition and performed at the 2004 Montreal International Just For Laughs Comedy Festival, where he was named one of the 'Talk of the Fest' performers. He co-hosted the podcast Monsters of Talk with Margaret Cho. Short died on January 5, 2025, at the age of 58 from a stomach illness.
Videos (84)
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1:16Olympic Update from comedian Jim Short
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1:06Australian Christmas with Jim Short
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2:48Argh, Wilderness! Journey to Lake Tahoe
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0:19Exploring Indianapolis
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0:16Jim Short Seattle Comedy Underground Oct 1-3: Jimi Hendrix Airport
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1:01Short Journeys: Sydney Harbour
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0:35Around Seattle in 80 Ways
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0:16Jim Short Seattle Comedy Underground Oct 1-3: Coffee Shop
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1:312016 Election Recap
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2:44Jim Short: Hallowe'en Video 2009
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0:23Jim Short Seattle Comedy Underground Oct 1-3: Rides!
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1:01Royal Wedding Watch Part One: Jim Short
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0:46Short Journeys: Afghanistan
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0:24Jim Short Seattle Comedy Underground Oct 1-3: Signs
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0:31Lettuce
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0:26Sir Michael
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0:58Wild Australia
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1:46Jim Short: 2017 Christmas Address
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0:16Cereal
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1:39The New Years Message
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0:29Aussie Thanksgiving
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0:54Olympic Update
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0:30Alaska: Trailer
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0:35Around Seattle In 80 Ways
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Frequently asked questions
Where was comedian Jim Short from?
Jim Short was a stand-up comedian based in San Francisco who was originally from Australia and moved to Texas in 1979.
What did Jim Short joke about?
His faded Australian accent caused some controversy, and he often turned it into material on stage.
Which TV shows did Jim Short appear on?
His television appearances included Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Comedy Central's Premium Blend and Shorties Watchin' Shorties.
What stand-up competition did Jim Short win?
Jim Short won the 2004 San Francisco International Stand Up Competition, and that year he was named one of the 'Talk of the Fest' performers at Just For Laughs in Montreal.
Did Jim Short have a podcast?
Yes, Jim Short co-hosted the podcast Monsters of Talk together with comedian Margaret Cho.
When did Jim Short die?
Jim Short, born on January 1, 1967, died on January 5, 2025, at the age of 58.
