American actor Aubrey Plaza’s husband, filmmaker Jeff Baena, was tragically discovered dead on Friday morning at their residence in the Los Angeles area. Reports from TMZ indicate that authorities suspect Baena, aged 47, took his own life. Emergency responders were alerted to the scene at approximately 10:30 a.m., where Baena was sadly pronounced deceased.
Jeff Baena was widely recognized for his unique and unconventional comedies, notably including films such as “Life After Beth” and “The Little Hours.” He tied the knot with Aubrey Plaza in 2021 following a relationship that spanned over a decade. Plaza inadvertently revealed their nuptials in an Instagram post celebrating the release of the 2022 film “Spin Me Round,” a project in which Baena was a co-writer alongside Plaza’s co-star, Alison Brie.
Expressing her pride in her spouse’s creative endeavors, Plaza shared on social media, “So proud of my darling husband @jeffbaena for dreaming up another film that takes us to Italia to cause some more trouble 😈 excited to be reunited with the amazing @alisonbrie (who also co-wrote this one!) and @theofficialsuperstar @sordociego @lauren_weedman and so many more fun people in this. Preparati!!”
Following the devastating news of Jeff Baena’s passing, an outpouring of support and sympathy has been directed towards the couple. Fans have begun leaving messages of condolence for the filmmaker and sending well wishes to Plaza during this difficult time.
As of now, Aubrey Plaza has not publicly addressed the loss of her beloved husband, Jeff Baena.
In light of this heartbreaking event, it is crucial to prioritize mental health and reach out for help when needed. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please do not hesitate to seek assistance. You can contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988, or text SAVE to the Crisis Text Line at 741741. For additional support and information, visit 988lifeline.org for crisis chat services.
May we all take a moment to reflect on the importance of mental health awareness and supporting one another during times of hardship.
