Aubrey Plaza calls her husband Jeff Baena’s death an “unimaginable tragedy”

Aubrey Plaza has issued a statement following the passing of her husband Jeff Baena on Friday. The late director was found at his Los Angeles home after taking his own life.

“This is an unimaginable tragedy,” the actor and Baena’s family said in a joint statement. “We are deeply grateful to everyone who has offered support. Please respect our privacy during this time.”

Baena was best known for co-writing the 2004 comedy I Heart Huckabees, and directing 2014’s Life After Beth and 2017’s The Little Hours, both of which starred Plaza.

The couple had been in a relationship since 2011, and married in 2021 for their 10th anniversary.

The actress is best known for her recurring role on the sitcom Parks & Recreation, and was nominated for a Golden Globe in 2023 for her role in the second series of HBO dark comedy White Lotus. She also appeared in Baena’s latest film, the 2022 Spin Me Round.

Before her husband's death, she was scheduled to present an award at Sunday’s Golden Globe ceremony.

Director Brady Corbet, who won best director for his film, The Brutalist, said in his acceptance speech: "My heart is with Aubrey Plaza and Jeff's family."