LOS ANGELES -- Aubrey Plaza has issued a statement following the death of her husband, Jeff Baena.
Unimaginable Tragedy
News of Baena's death was confirmed by authorities over the weekend. The film director and screenwriter was 47.
"This is an unimaginable tragedy," the statement from Plaza and the Baena/Stern family said on Monday. "We are deeply grateful to everyone who has offered support. Please respect our privacy during this time."
Legacy in Film
Baena was best known for directing the horror-comedy "Life After Beth," the dark comedy "Joshy," and for co-writing the cult classic "I Heart Huckabees" with filmmaker David O. Russell.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed Baena's death to ABC News.
A representative for Plaza directed ABC News to an article from Deadline on his death.
Discovery and Cause of Death
The 47-year-old was discovered in his home by an assistant, according to law enforcement sources who spoke to ABC News. The call reporting his death came in around 10:30 p.m. Friday night, the sources said.
The county medical examiner on Saturday afternoon said Baena died by suicide.
Collaboration and Marriage
Baena and Plaza had been married since 2021 and frequently worked together on projects, with Plaza starring in several of Baena's films, including "Life After Beth," "The Little Hours," and "Spin Me Round."
TMZ was the first to report the news.
Mental Health Support
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.
Jeff Baena, Aubrey Plaza, Death, Statement, Marriage, Mental Health
