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Aubrey Plaza’s Husband, 47, Found Dead by Assistant at Los Angeles Home

Baena, a filmmaker known for his off-kilter comedies, is believed to have died by suicide, according to investigating police.

Actor Aubrey Plaza’s filmmaker husband Jeff Baena was found dead Friday morning by his assistant at their Los Angeles-area home.

According to TMZ, investigating police believe Baena, 47, died by suicide. Emergency services were called to the home around 10:30 a.m., and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Best-known for his off-kilter comedies such as Life After Beth and The Little Hours, Baena married Plaza in 2021 after dating for more than a decade. At the time, Plaza let the news slip that they got married in an Instagram post lauding the 2022 film Spin Me Round, which Baena co-wrote and Plaza co-stars in with Alison Brie.

“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!!” wrote Plaza.

Under the post, fans have started to leave condolences for the filmmaker and well wishes for plaza.

Plaza has not yet released a statement addressing Baena’s death.

If you or a loved one are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988, or text SAVE to Crisis Text Line on 741741. Visit 988lifeline.org for crisis chat services or for more information.

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