Jeff Baena, a respected film writer and director known for his marriage to Aubrey Plaza, has tragically committed suicide at the age of 47 and pronounced dead at the scene.
- January 5, 2025
AceShowbiz - Jeff Baena, a talented writer and director, has passed away at the age of 47. Law enforcement sources confirmed that his body was discovered at his Los Angeles-area home on Friday, January 3, by an assistant. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to law enforcement sources, Baena died by suicide. Representatives for the director did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Baena's career in entertainment spanned over a decade. He co-wrote the acclaimed 2004 film "I Heart Huckabees," starring Jason Schwartzman, Jude Law, and Naomi Watts. He made his directorial debut with the zombie comedy "Life After Beth" in 2014, which featured his wife, Aubrey Plaza.
Baena also co-created the anthology series "Cinema Toast," which aired on Showtime in 2021 and marked Plaza's directorial debut.
Baena met Plaza in 2011, and they kept their relationship private for years. They tied the knot in May 2021, which was revealed when Plaza referred to Baena as her "darling husband" in an Instagram post.
As of Saturday morning, Plaza has not publicly commented on her husband's passing.
Baena's death is a tragic loss for the entertainment industry and has left behind a profound void. His body of work, including his collaborations with Plaza, will continue to be cherished by fans around the world.
