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Aubrey Plaza Supported by Male Friend Amid Grief After Husband’s Suicide Reveals Marriage Secret

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Aubrey Plaza Steps Out with Friend After Husband’s Tragic Suicide
Grieving actress Aubrey Plaza was spotted in Los Angeles’ Griffith Park on Monday with producer Tyler Davidson, her first public outing since the death of her estranged husband, Jeff Baena, who died by suicide in January at age 47. The pair, joined by Plaza’s rescue dog Frankie, appeared somber during their walk, witnesses said.

Marital Struggles Revealed
An autopsy report obtained by DailyMail.com disclosed that Plaza and Baena had separated in September 2023, with Plaza relocating to New York. The couple, who secretly married in 2020 after dating since 2011, faced “marital difficulties” in Baena’s final months. He had been attending therapy and was found dead in their L.A. home on January 3 by a dog walker after loud music prompted a welfare check.

Plaza last spoke to Baena the night before his death and had expressed concern for his well-being months earlier, leading her to request a welfare check in October 2023. The report confirmed no drugs or alcohol were in his system at the time of death.

Career Collaborations
Baena, a filmmaker known for Life After Beth (2014) and collaborations with Alison Brie (Horse Girl, Spin Me Round), began his career as an assistant to directors like David O. Russell. Plaza starred in several of his films, sparking both their creative and romantic partnership.

Tribute Amid Grief
Plaza made her first post-tragedy appearance at SNL’s 50th-anniversary special in February, subtly honoring Baena with a tie-dye shirt—a nod to their pandemic-era wedding, where they wore matching tie-dye pajamas.

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1. Griffith Park Outing: Plaza and Davidson deep in conversation during their hike.
2. Casual Attire: Plaza in a white graphic tee, gray sweatpants, and sunglasses.
3. Frankie the Dog: The rescue pup accompanying Plaza on the walk.
4. Past Glimpse: Plaza and Baena at a 2017 event.
5. SNL Tribute: Plaza’s tie-dye shirt homage during her SNL appearance.

Plaza’s representative has requested privacy, stating, “This is an unimaginable tragedy.” The actress continues to navigate her loss while slowly re-emerging into public life.

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