Aubrey Plaza, Jeff Baena Separated Four Months Before His Death

Aubrey Plaza and her husband Jeff Baena were separated for four months before his tragic death by suicide on January 3, 2025. The separation occurred in September 2024, after which Plaza moved to New York, while Baena remained in Los Angeles. On the day of his death, Baena sent Plaza a text message early in the morning; however, he was found dead by suicide at around 10:30 a.m. by his dog walker. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's report indicated that Baena had exhibited concerning behavior in October, prompting Plaza to request a welfare check, and he had been undergoing therapy since then. No drugs or alcohol were found in his system, and no suicide note was discovered. Plaza, in a statement following his death, expressed her gratitude for the support received and requested privacy during this difficult time.