Aubrey Plaza’s appearance at the SNL50: The Anniversary Special was an emotional one, as she paid tribute to her late husband, Jeff Baena. The actress, 40, introduced musical guests Miley Cyrus and Brittany Howard during the three-hour live special, which aired on NBC and Peacock. While she didn’t walk the red carpet at the star-studded event at Rockefeller Center in New York City, Aubrey made a meaningful and understated appearance, dressed in a tie-dye shirt that belonged to Jeff, which further honored his memory. Fans and colleagues were supportive, recognizing the emotional significance of her first public appearance since his tragic passing.
Aubrey Plaza made a poignant return to the public eye at the SNL50: The Anniversary Special, stepping out in a thoughtful ensemble that included a black blazer, slacks, and a tie-dye T-shirt. The shirt appeared to be a personal tribute to her late husband, Jeff Baena, who passed away from suicide on January 3, 2025, at the age of 47.
This was her first appearance since the tragic loss, and her outfit seemed to honor the memories they shared, including the matching tie-dyed pajamas they wore when they married in 2020. Aubrey had previously opened up about how Jeff was the one who made the pajamas, adding a deeply personal touch to her look.
Jeff Baena’s tragic passing at their Los Angeles home earlier this year has deeply affected Aubrey Plaza, who shared a heartfelt statement with their family a few days after his death. The statement expressed the profound loss, requesting privacy as they navigated this difficult time.
Plaza had been scheduled to present an award at the 2025 Golden Globes just days after Baena’s death but made the difficult decision to step down. During the ceremony, director Brady Corbet paid a touching tribute to Plaza and Baena when accepting his award for The Brutalist, saying, “Tonight, my heart is with Aubrey Plaza and Jeff’s family.”
Baena, a talented writer and director, was known for his work on Life After Beth, which Plaza starred in. The two had a close professional and personal bond, making his loss all the more heartbreaking for her.#newsafro_
