Jeff Baena, filmmaker and husband of Aubrey Plaza, dies at 47

Jeff Baena, Filmmaker and Husband of Actor Aubrey Plaza, Dead at Age 47 |  Vanity Fair

The renowned director and screenwriter leaves a great mark on the world of comedy.

The film industry and the world of comedy are in mourning. TMZ announced the death of Jeff Baena , a filmmaker who was the husband of actress Aubrey Plaza . He was 47 years old. His works, full of humor, will remain as his legacy. Here we remember him by making a brief review of his career.

Jeff Baena death: Movie director and Aubrey Plaza's husband dies, aged 47 |  The Independent

What did Jeff Baena die of?

According to the media that reported the events, the cause of Jeff Baena ‘s death was reportedly suicide. According to what is known, the authorities in Los Angeles found him dead in his apartment, after receiving a call from one of his assistants. So far, no further information has been revealed.

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Who was Jeff Baena?

The creative studied film and began his career working in small positions on productions by directors such as Robert Zemeckis and David O’Russell. It was precisely his collaborations with O’Russell that gave him the push towards fame, since soon, the two would collaborate on the script of the ensemble comedy I Heart Huckabees (2004).

He then began working as a director making his own films, such as Life After Beth (2014), which featured his wife, Aubrey Plaza, and John C. Reilly. His filmography as a director also includes Joshy (2016) and The Little Hours (2017), as well as Horse Girl (2020).

Baena married Aubrey Plaza in 2021, after 10 years of dating (via People ).

Rest in peace.