Aubrey Plaza has released her first statement following the tragic passing of her husband, writer and director Jeff Baena. In a statement shared with People magazine, Plaza expressed her gratitude for the support received and requested privacy during this difficult time.
Jeff Baena, aged 47, died by suicide last Friday, as confirmed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. Plaza and Baena had been in a relationship since 2011 and tied the knot in 2021. The couple had collaborated on various projects over the years.
Plaza was notably absent from the Golden Globe Awards, where she was scheduled to be a presenter. Director Brady Corbet, while accepting an award, expressed his support for Plaza and Baena's family.
Plaza and Baena had worked together on projects such as 'Life After Beth,' 'The Little Hours,' 'Cinema Toast,' and 'Spin Me Round.' Baena, in a 2022 interview, praised Plaza's talent and highlighted the joy of collaborating with her.
Aside from his work with Plaza, Baena was known for co-writing 'I Heart Huckabees' and 'Horse Girl,' as well as directing 'Joshy.'
Jeff Baena is survived by Aubrey Plaza, his parents, stepparents, and several siblings. The entertainment industry mourns the loss of a talented writer and director.
