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What Happened to Jeff Baena? Aubrey Plaza’s Husband & Filmmaker Passes Away
ComingSoon.netStory by Anubhav Chaudhry
scrn logline
Acclaimed indie director Jeff Baena, husband of actress Aubrey Plaza, passes away at 47 in apparent suicide, leaving behind a legacy of offbeat, genre-blending films.
beat sheet
- Baena, a frequent collaborator with Plaza, co-wrote the 2004 film 'I Heart Huckabees' and directed acclaimed indie titles like 'Life After Beth' and 'Horse Girl', showcasing his talent for blending dark humor with unconventional narratives.
- Baena's family has asked for privacy during this difficult time, and his death has sparked discussions around mental health awareness, with organizations encouraging support for those facing similar challenges.
call sheet
Jeff Baena, Aubrey Plaza, BBC, Deadline, NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, I Heart Huckabees, Life After Beth, Joshy, Horse Girl, Cinema Toast, Spin Me Round