Aubrey Plaza is embracing a new chapter, quietly expecting her first child. The news arrives as a poignant and hopeful turn after a period of profound loss, marking a beautiful surprise for the actress and her partner.
The White Lotus star, 41, and actor Chris Abbott, 40, have kept the pregnancy private, with the due date anticipated this autumn. Those close to the couple describe a feeling of immense gratitude and blessing surrounding the impending arrival.
This joy follows a year marked by sorrow, as Plaza mourned the death of her husband, Jeff Baena, who passed away in January of last year at the age of 47. His death was a sudden and devastating blow, occurring at their home near the Hollywood Hills.
The couple had shared over a decade together, formalizing their commitment in 2021. Plaza understandably retreated from public life and social media in the wake of the tragedy, seeking space to grieve.
In a rare and deeply personal interview months later, Plaza described grief as an overwhelming force – “a giant ocean of awfulness.” She spoke of the conflicting desires to both confront and escape the pain, acknowledging its constant presence.
Chris Abbott is a respected actor in his own right, known for his roles in the acclaimed series *Girls* and the recent critically lauded film *Poor Things*. He has shared the screen with Plaza on multiple occasions, forging a connection through their shared craft.
Their professional collaborations extend back several years, including performances in an Off-Broadway production of *Danny and the Deep Blue Sea* and the 2020 film *Black Bear*. Despite these shared projects, they have largely kept their personal life private.
The blossoming of this new relationship and the anticipation of a child represent a powerful testament to resilience and the enduring capacity for love, even after unimaginable heartbreak.
