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Aubrey Plaza is preparing for a new chapter.
A source confirms that the actress is expecting her first child with her partner, Chris Abbott, with the baby anticipated later this year.
"It came as an unexpected but joyful moment," the source shares, adding that the couple is "grateful and looking ahead with optimism."
A representative for Plaza also confirmed the pregnancy.
Plaza, 41, and Abbott, 40, have built both a professional and personal connection over the years. The two previously starred together in an Off-Broadway production of Danny and the Deep Blue Sea and later reunited onscreen in the 2020 psychological drama Black Bear.
Abbott is currently appearing on Broadway in a revival of Death of a Salesman, continuing his steady presence in theater.
The actress was last seen publicly during Paris Fashion Week in March, where she attended multiple shows in relaxed, oversized silhouettes. At the Loewe presentation, she wore a loose leather jacket layered over a knit top, while at Lacoste she opted for a casual, airy ensemble that drew attention for its understated styling.
Though she did not address the pregnancy at the time, her fashion choices sparked quiet speculation.
The announcement comes more than a year after the death of Plaza's husband, filmmaker Jeff Baena, who died in January 2025 at age 47. The two had been separated in the months leading up to his passing.
In the time since, Plaza has spoken candidly about navigating grief while continuing forward. During a podcast appearance last year, she reflected on the difficulty of healing, describing it as an ongoing, day-by-day process.
Now, those close to the actress say this new development represents a meaningful step ahead.
"They're embracing what's next," the source adds.
