Aubrey Square she seemed to be in good spirits just days before the tragic passing of her filmmaker husband Jeff Brothers.
How An explosion on Saturday, a deputy found Baena unresponsive and was pronounced dead at the scene. It was later revealed that he died by suicide.
Photos have surfaced of Aubrey Plaza attending the New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, January 1.
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Aubrey Plaza spotted an NBA game two days before Baen's death
Plaza was joined by comedian Jarrod Carmichael, and the two appeared to be enjoying a light-hearted evening in the backyard. In the photos he got The New York Post, The pair were seen laughing and smiling during the game, with Carmichael, who is openly gay, putting his arm around Plaza in a friendly gesture. Plaza kept her look casual yet stylish wearing a black jacket and orange hat.
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Aubrey Plaza and Jeff Baena tied the knot in 2021
Plaza and Baena began their relationship in 2011, but became friends in 2021. Despite being a private couple, Plaza has occasionally been candid about their relationship in interviews and on social media.
In 2021, during an appearance on “The Drew Barrymore Show,” Plaza described their unconventional wedding, sharing, “The marriage was kind of a joke that went too far, to be honest. We got married on a whim. We literally decided around 5:00 p.m. and got married at 8:30.”
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Per Independentshe went on to reveal quirky details about their nuptials, explaining: “During quarantine, Jeff got really into tie dyeing, so I decided we'd wear tie-dye pajamas that Jeff made us. I had my little rosemary crown and a love altar of all our love items in the yard It was very charming, but it happened.
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Celebrity Tribute to Jeff Baehn
Although Plaza has not publicly addressed her husband's passing, many friends and supporters have have expressed their condolences in the comments of your Instagram posts.
“No words can touch this painful time,” actress Selma Blair wrote in one comment section. “Only love, strength and support from everyone. I am very sorry.”
Model and actor Rain Dove said: “Aubrey, we love you so much and it is absolutely devastating to hear the news of your loved one. We sincerely wish you much protection during this time. Take all the space you need to process it. Don't push yourself or force yourself to return to work sooner than feels right.
Actress and model Julie Fox said: “Sending you so much love.”
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Who is Jeff Baena?
Poor Aubrey Plaza, I just saw the news about her husband Jeff Bain committing suicide. They kept quiet about their private lives, but had a partnership of more than a decade in both filmmaking and romantic relationships. Mental health is important. If you are struggling, don't hesitate to seek support 💔 pic.twitter.com/SpC8UluGN1
— 💜 Ellahjay 💜 (@LAJust1ce) January 4, 2025
Jeff Baena was a famous American screenwriter and director known for his wit, genre-blending stories, and contributions to independent cinema.
Born on June 29, 1977 in Miami, Florida, Baena began his Hollywood career as an assistant to director Robert Zemeckis, gaining valuable industry insight early on. His breakthrough came in 2004 when he co-wrote the dark comedy I Heart Huckabees with David O. Russell.
In 2014, Baena made his directorial debut with the zombie romantic comedy Life After Beth, starring Aubrey Plaza and Dan DeHaan. He then directed several well-received independent films, including Joshy (2016), a dark comedy that explores grief and friendship; “The Little Hours” (2017), a grim medieval satire based on The Decameron, starring Alison Brie, Dave Franco and Aubrey Plaza; Horse Girl (2020), a psychological drama starring Alison Brie that delves into the themes of mental illness and perception of reality; and “Spin Me Round” (2022), a dark romantic comedy starring Plaza and Brie.
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A look back at His legacy
Baen's signature style was marked by offbeat humor, emotionally complex characters, and a willingness to explore unconventional narratives.
He often collaborated with a close-knit group of actors, including Aubrey Plaza, Alison Brie and Dave Franco.
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