Aubrey Plaza attends first movie premiere since husband Jeff Baena's tragic death

Time of India

24-05-2025

is slowly getting back on her feet after the tragic death of her husband,
. She stepped out for the 'Honey Don't!' movie premiere at the 78th Cannes Film Festival.
Aubrey walked the carpet and posed with her co-stars Margaret Qualley and Charlie Day.
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She opted for a full-length, sheer, sleeveless dress that was bedazzled with gems and a matching corset underneath, while her makeup was classic and simple, she completed her look with dangling diamond earrings.
This marks her first appearance since the death of her husband, writer and director Jeff Baena, in January.
Baena's Tragic demise
Jeff was found by an assistant at a Los Angeles-area home around 10:30, as reported by TMZ.
He was pronounced dead on the scene and according to the medical examiner, the manner of death was ruled a suicide.
Aubrey's grief filled statement
T
he White Lotus star broke her silence on the loss with a grief-stricken statement, 'This is an unimaginable tragedy. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has offered support," she said in a statement to PEOPLE at the time. "Please respect our privacy during this time.'
A quiet separation
According to the reports from TMZ, Audrey and Jeff had separated several months prior to his death. Cops also reported that Jeff made a call to Aubrey the night before he was found dead.
Low-key Romance
The pair began dating in 2011 and remained very close-mouthed about their relationship. Fans later learned that they tied the knot in May 2021, when Aubrey called Jeff, her 'darling husband' in an Instagram post. A rep later confirmed to PEOPLE that the couple had indeed tied the knot, in a small, private ceremony.
About the film
'Honey Don't!' tells the story of a small-town investigator who seeks answers on a series of mysterious deaths linked to a church. It's set to be released in theatres on Aug. 22.