Aubrey Plaza's husband Jeff Baena dies by suicide after marital struggles

In the United States, Jeff Baena, the husband of actress Aubrey Plaza, tragically died by suicide on January 3, 2025. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner report revealed that Baena and Plaza had separated months prior in September 2024, following marital difficulties that had begun affecting their relationship. In October 2024, Amusement Plaza expressed concern for her husband after he made troubling remarks to her. This prompted her to request a friend to perform a welfare check on him. At that time, Baena seemed to be struggling with mental health issues and had reported difficulties with sleeping. He had no previous suicide attempts, and there was no indication of drug use at the time of his death. The communication between the couple continued until the morning of his death when Plaza last received a text from him at around 10:36 a.m. ET. Baena was found deceased in his Los Angeles home by a dog walker later that day, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The family shared a joint statement expressing their devastation and asked for privacy during this difficult time. Jeff Baena was known for his work as a filmmaker, having directed films like Life After Beth and The Little Hours, which also featured his wife. His sudden passing raised concern regarding mental health awareness and the importance of addressing underlying issues, particularly within relationships. In the wake of this tragedy, resources such as the Samaritans and National Suicide Prevention Lifeline were emphasized for those experiencing distress or having thoughts of suicide. Plaza was seen publicly for the first time weeks after Baena's death at the SNL 50 celebration, as she navigates the challenges of grief and loss following this unimaginable event.