Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott, who first worked together on the film Black Bear, are expecting their first child together. The couple confirmed the pregnancy in April 2026, ending years of speculation about their private relationship.
From Co-Stars to Couple: A Timeline of Their Relationship
Plaza and Abbott's connection began professionally when they starred in the 2020 film Black Bear. At the time, they were known only as co-stars, with no public indication of a romantic relationship. Their collaboration continued in 2023 when they were cast opposite each other in an off-Broadway revival of John Patrick Shanley's play Danny and the Deep Blue Sea, which ran from October 2023 into January 2024.
Throughout 2024, the actors kept their personal lives private. Plaza was navigating changes in her personal life, having reportedly separated from filmmaker Jeff Baena, whom she married in 2021. The former couple had been together for many years before their separation.
Romance Rumors and Personal Tragedy
Speculation about Plaza and Abbott's relationship began in 2025 when they were reportedly spotted together at The Chatham Berry Farm in upstate New York. However, neither actor publicly confirmed their romance at that time.
In January 2025, Plaza experienced a significant personal loss when her estranged husband, Jeff Baena, died. Plaza later spoke publicly about the grief she experienced following his death. The circumstances made her relationship with Abbott particularly discreet, as the couple did not publicly discuss their romance during this period.
Pregnancy Announcement and Public Appearances
In April 2026, People reported that Plaza was expecting her first child with Abbott. A representative for Plaza confirmed the news, while a source described the pregnancy as a beautiful surprise following an emotional year. During an episode of the SmartLess podcast, Plaza spoke about her pregnancy for the first time, saying, "Well, there's a baby inside of me. No, I said there is a baby inside of me right now."
In May 2026, Abbott addressed the pregnancy publicly for the first time during an appearance on Today with Jenna & Sheinelle. The Wolf Man actor acknowledged that he and Plaza were expecting a baby together, marking another step toward the couple becoming more open about their relationship.
Tony Awards Appearance and Future Plans
In June 2026, Plaza and Abbott made a high-profile appearance together at the Tony Awards. Plaza attended to support Abbott, who was nominated for his performance in Death of a Salesman. The appearance gave fans a glimpse of the couple together as they prepared to welcome their first child.
As of now, Plaza and Abbott remain romantic partners and have not revealed any information about whether they have officially married. They are expecting their first child together, and their journey from co-stars to a couple has attracted significant attention from fans and the media.
