Filmmaker Jeff Baena’s brother shared a heartbreaking message following the director’s apparent suicide in Los Angeles Friday. Under a tribute from comedian and actor Adam Pally, Baena’s brother, Brad Baena,

Indie screenwriter and director Jeff Baena has died at 47 years old. Representatives for Baena's wife, "Parks and Rec" star Aubrey Plaza," directed CBS News to a report of Baena's death by Deadline. His death was also confirmed to CBS News by the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office. The coroner's office reported that Baena died by suicide.

Tragic news. Jeff Baena has died. The screenwriter and film director is best known for Life After Beth (2014), Joshy (2016), The Little Hours (2017), Horse Girl (2020), Spin Me Round (2022), and for co-writing I Heart Huckabees (2004).

Filmmaker Jeff Baena, actress Aubrey Plaza's husband, has died of suspected suicide at the age of 47, according to multiple media reports.

Jeff Baena, a distinguished filmmaker and screenwriter, passed away on January 3, 2025, at the age of 47. He was found deceased at his Los Angeles residence, with reports indicating… The post Aubrey Plaza’s Husband,

Jeff Baena, an independent filmmaker who worked with his wife, Aubrey Plaza, has died. His last project was 2022's 'Spin Me Round.'

Baena was known for directing "Life After Beth," "Joshy," and "The Little Hours," and for co-writing the cult classic "I Heart Huckabees."

Writer-director Jeff Baena, whose darkly comedic independent films included “The Little Hours” and who was married to his frequent creative

Los Angeles officials have released more details about the death of director Jeff Baena, Aubrey Plaza’s husband.

Jeff Baena, a well-known American director and screenwriter, and Aubrey Plaza's husband passed away at the age of 47. According to News Sky, Baena was found dead in his Los Angeles home on Friday morning.