Director Jeff Baena Dies at 47 in Los Angeles

Jeff Baena, a filmmaker known for his collaborations with actress Aubrey Plaza, was found dead at the age of 47 at their Los Angeles home, with the cause determined as suicide by hanging. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's office confirmed the circumstances of his death and stated that a full report is forthcoming. Baena and Plaza, who married in 2021 after a decade-long relationship, were last seen together on July 5 during a hike in Griffith Park. He was celebrated for directing 'Life After Beth' and other notable films, with a career that began after graduating from NYU. Plaza had recently attended a New York Knicks game just two days before his death, and his family has requested privacy during this difficult time.