Actor Aubrey Plaza and the Baena-Stern family mourn the loss of writer and director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide at 47. Plaza released a statement expressing gratitude for the support and requesting privacy during this difficult time.
Actor Aubrey Plaza spoke out on Monday about the recent death of her husband, writer and director Jeff Baena . Plaza called her late husband's death “an unimaginable tragedy” in a statement on behalf of the Baena-Stern family. “We are deeply grateful to everyone who has offered support. Please respect our privacy during this time,' the statement said.
Baena, who directed “Life after Beth” and co-wrote “I Heart Huckabees,” died Friday by suicide, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiner. He was 47 years old. Baena and Plaza, 40, married in 2021. The couple worked together on several films, including 2014’s “Life After Beth,” in which Plaza had a starring role. The Sundance Film Festival posted a tribute to Baena on X, extending “our heartfelt thanks to Jeff Baena for sharing his stories and contributing to the lasting memories we’ve built together.” “Jeff, we’ll miss your wit, humor, and daring vision. Rest in peace, friend,” Sundance posted. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or chat live at 988lifeline.org. You can also visit SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources for additional support
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