'Still grieving': Famed Miami director's family marks his first birthday without him
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Jeff Baena, a celebrated screenwriter known for his work on films like 'I Heart Huckabees' and 'Horse Girl', tragically died by suicide at age 47 in January. His family is devastated, especially as they remember his vibrant birthday celebrations each year. Baena had a promising career, particularly after 'Horse Girl' premiered at Sundance and was acquired by Netflix. His wife, Aubrey Plaza, had moved to New York months prior, while Baena remained in Los Angeles. His family continues to cope with the loss, urging those struggling with similar thoughts to seek help.
Baena, who grew up in Miami, died by suicide in his Los Angeles home on Jan. 3.
Most of Jeff's family lives in the Miami area. Jeff graduated from Killian Senior High in Kendall.
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If you or someone you know is considering suicide, contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988.
Read at Miami Herald
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