Aubrey Plaza is expecting her first child, a pregnancy confirmed by a representative for the actress to People magazine. A source told the publication that the pregnancy was a beautiful surprise after an emotional year. The news comes after a period of personal tragedy for Plaza, whose estranged husband Jeff Baena died by suicide in January 2025. Plaza was living in New York at the time of Baena's death in Los Angeles.
Plaza and Abbott were photographed together for the first time since announcing their pregnancy at the opening night afterparty for the Broadway revival of Death of a Salesman at Katz's Deli in New York City. The day before the afterparty, Plaza revealed her baby bump during a dog walk in New York City. The couple was last seen together publicly on February 14 at New York Fashion Week, adding to the timeline of their recent appearances.
Plaza and Abbott first worked together in 2019 on the film Black Bear, marking the beginning of their professional relationship. They collaborated again in 2023 on the Off Broadway revival of Danny And The Deep Blue Sea, further strengthening their connection through shared artistic projects.
The pregnancy announcement follows a deeply difficult period for Plaza. According to a podcast, Plaza admitted that her grief over Baena's death is a daily struggle, highlighting the ongoing emotional challenges she faces.
Plaza has faced significant health challenges in the past, which adds context to her current pregnancy. She suffered a stroke at age 20 that left her briefly paralyzed, a serious medical event in her youth. Plaza and Abbott are said to be feeling very blessed with the pregnancy, reflecting their positive outlook amid recent hardships.