Jeff Baena Dead at 47: 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Aubrey Plaza’s Husband

Aubrey Plaza has been winning over hearts with her unique blend of dark humor and offbeat charm in Emily the Criminal and The White Lotus. But behind her success, there’s been one constant support: her husband, the quirky filmmaker Jeff Baena.
Known for his oddball indie gems like Life After Beth and The Little Hours, Baena was the kind of director who didn’t just break the mold; he made a whole new one.
Aubrey Plaza and Jeff Baena (Credits- @plazadeaubrey/Instagram)
Tragically, on January 4, 2025, the world was stunned to learn of Baena’s passing at just 47. Plaza, ever the private star, had a rock beside her in Baena, who was not only her biggest fan but also a fellow creative force. Though his life was cut short, Baena’s impact on indie cinema, and of course, Plaza’s career remains undeniable.
But beyond the cameras and critical acclaim,...
Known for his oddball indie gems like Life After Beth and The Little Hours, Baena was the kind of director who didn’t just break the mold; he made a whole new one.
Aubrey Plaza and Jeff Baena (Credits- @plazadeaubrey/Instagram)
Tragically, on January 4, 2025, the world was stunned to learn of Baena’s passing at just 47. Plaza, ever the private star, had a rock beside her in Baena, who was not only her biggest fan but also a fellow creative force. Though his life was cut short, Baena’s impact on indie cinema, and of course, Plaza’s career remains undeniable.
But beyond the cameras and critical acclaim,...
- 1/6/2025
- by Samridhi Goel
- FandomWire
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