Steve Martin has sparked speculation about retirement after hinting that Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building might be his “last major project.” The 75-year-old comedy icon, famous for Saturday Night Live, The Pink Panther, and Father of the Bride, quickly drew headlines with his comments.

Fans feared he was saying goodbye for good, but Martin clarified: “It’s a little overstated. I’m not actively looking for new projects, but I’m not walking away either.” Instead, he explained he simply doesn’t want long-term commitments, preferring a lighter schedule that suits his lifestyle.

This decision doesn’t signal a complete end to his career. Martin said he plans to keep performing when the right opportunities come, while avoiding the grind of ongoing productions.

His career already spans groundbreaking stand-up routines, slapstick classics like The Jerk, and his acclaimed work with Martin Short and Selena Gomez. Beyond acting, Martin is also a banjo player who has released award-winning albums and collaborated with bluegrass legends.

Even if he slows down, fans agree his “wit and warmth” have secured his place as one of America’s greatest entertainers, with a legacy that will endure well beyond retirement talk.