
Aubrey Plaza Becomes a Mom with Christopher Abbott
Aubrey Plaza has welcomed her first child with Christopher Abbott, more than a year after the death of her husband Jeff Baena, with TMZ reporting the arrival and reps confirming the news.
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Aubrey Plaza has welcomed her first child with Christopher Abbott, more than a year after the death of her husband Jeff Baena, with TMZ reporting the arrival and reps confirming the news.

Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott welcomed their first child, a baby girl, in late July; Plaza was photographed carrying the infant outside New York’s Winter Garden Theatre as Abbott wrapped a Death of a Salesman run, with TMZ later confirming the birth. The couple—who have worked together on Black Bear and on stage—had Plaza’s pregnancy publicly reported in April, and Plaza has said she’s excited to experience motherhood.

Celebrity couple Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott are reportedly new parents, welcoming a baby daughter in late July. TMZ photos show Plaza in New York with the infant as Abbott wrapped a Broadway run, and the pair have previously collaborated on projects while Plaza has Emmy recognition for The White Lotus.

Aubrey Plaza reportedly welcomed her first child, a daughter, in the last week of July with partner Christopher Abbott, with at least one sighting of the new baby in New York City as Abbott wrapped his Broadway run. A source described the couple as feeling blessed after what has been a difficult year for Plaza, who previously mourned the death by suicide of her estranged husband Jeff Baena in January 2025; the pregnancy was first reported earlier in the year, and Abbott publicly discussed it in a May interview.

Aubrey Plaza shared a mirror selfie on Instagram showing her growing baby bump as she prepares to welcome her first child with boyfriend Christopher Abbott; she previously debuted the bump in April, years after the death of her estranged husband Jeff Baena. Abbott expressed excitement about becoming a father, and Plaza has discussed motherhood on the SmartLess podcast.

Aubrey Plaza revealed she’s expecting her first child with Christopher Abbott and shared a rare mirror selfie showing her bare baby bump ahead of birth; the couple publicly announced the pregnancy in April and have been preparing for motherhood.

Aubrey Plaza shared a candid Instagram selfie that shows her growing baby bump as she nears her due date, confirming she’s expecting her first child with partner Chris Abbott; fans praised the raw, relatable moment and Plaza has previously spoken about her excitement for motherhood.

Amazon Prime Video has canceled the animated series Kevin, co-created by Aubrey Plaza, who announced the news on Instagram and called it disappointing. The show, about a cat who bonds with other animals at a Queens pet rescue, stars Jason Schwartzman and features voices from Whoopi Goldberg, John Waters, Amy Sedaris and Aparna Nancherla; all eight episodes premiered on Prime Video on April 20. Plaza reflected on shifts in the TV industry, contrasting the cancellation with past NBC support for Parks and Rec.

Aubrey Plaza announced on Instagram that Amazon Prime has canceled her animated comedy Kevin after one season. The show, co-created with Joe Wengert, follows a spoiled house cat who joins a NYC shelter of stray cats. Plaza thanked fans and the cast, expressing disappointment and noting the industry’s renewal challenges.

Deadline reports Aubrey Plaza announced that Amazon Prime Video canceled the animated series Kevin after one season. Plaza, who co-created the show with Joe Wengert, expressed disappointment but hopes Kevin the talking cat might find a new owner someday. The voice cast includes Jason Schwartzman as Kevin, with Whoopi Goldberg, John Waters, Amy Sedaris and Aparna Nancherla, and the series follows Kevin moving into a Queens pet rescue after his humans break up; it remains available to stream on Prime Video.

Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott made their red-carpet debut as a couple at the 2026 Tony Awards, with Plaza proudly showing her baby bump after announcing they’re expecting their first child. The pair, who previously worked together on Black Bear and the off-Broadway revival Danny and the Deep Blue Sea, attended Radio City Music Hall as Abbott was nominated for Best Actor in a Featured Role in a Play for Death of a Salesman (though he did not win). Laurie Metcalf won Best Actress in a Play. The piece also notes Plaza’s personal history, including the death of her husband Jeff Baena in January 2025 and their separation since 2024.

The 25th Tribeca Festival kicked off in New York City with a star-studded lineup featuring Aubrey Plaza, Susan Sarandon, and H.E.R., as premieres, performances, and storytelling events spotlight new films, TV, and games.

Kenneth Lonergan has assembled Aubrey Plaza, Adam Driver, Vanessa Kirby and Matthew Broderick for Tomorrow Is a Drag, Lonergan's first film since Manchester by the Sea. MK2 Films is handling international sales ahead of a fall shoot in New York, reuniting Lonergan with Broderick and producer Sara Murphy of Fat City.

Kenneth Lonergan returns to directing with Tomorrow Is a Drag, a drama led by Aubrey Plaza, Adam Driver, Vanessa Kirby and Matthew Broderick; the project marks his highly anticipated comeback since Manchester by the Sea, with MK2 Films handling international sales and production slated to begin in New York, blending Lonergan’s signature humor and intimate character study.

Aubrey Plaza, who is expecting her first child with partner Christopher Abbott, was interrupted mid-interview for her animated project Kevin when her baby kicked; she joked that she’d been “knocked” and kept chatting. The pregnancy was confirmed earlier this year and Plaza said she’s excited to become a mom, with East Coast raising plans likely.