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Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott Welcome First Child, a Baby Girl
8/10/2026, 12:36:48 PM
New Arrival: Birth in Late July 2026
Aubrey Plaza and actor Christopher Abbott became first-time parents when they welcomed a baby daughter during the last week of July 2026. Photos obtained by TMZ show Plaza holding the newborn in New York City after Abbott’s final Broadway performance of *Death of a Salesman*.
Background & Context
- Pregnancy announcement – News of Plaza’s pregnancy first surfaced in April 2026, a day after People reported she was expecting a child due in the fall.
- Previous relationships – Plaza was married to writer-director Jeff Baena from May 2021 until their separation in late 2024; Baena died by suicide in January 2025. Abbott’s prior high-profile relationship was with actress Olivia Cooke (2015-2020).
- Professional collaborations – The pair previously worked together on the 2020 film *Black Bear* and the off-Broadway production *Danny and the Deep Blue Sea* (2023). Abbott earned a Tony Award nomination for his role as Biff Loman in the Broadway revival of *Death of a Salesman*.
Timeline
- April 9, 2026 – People announced Plaza’s pregnancy.
- April 27, 2026 – Page Six reported that Plaza’s baby bump was publicly shown.
- May 4, 2026 – Page Six published images of Plaza’s bump debut.
- Late July 2026 – Plaza and Abbott welcomed their daughter (last week of the month).
Data & Statistics
- Aubrey Plaza – 42 years old; Emmy-nominated for supporting actress on *The White Lotus* (2023); co-creator of Prime Video’s animated series *Kevin*.
- Christopher Abbott – Tony-nominated for Best Featured Actor in a Play for *Death of a Salesman*; previously starred in *Katie Says Goodbye*.
Official Statements & Responses
- Following Jeff Baena’s death, Plaza and the Baena family issued a joint statement describing the loss as an “unimaginable tragedy” and thanking supporters while requesting privacy.
What’s Next
The family has kept details of the newborn’s name and future public appearances private, focusing on early parenthood away from the spotlight.
