Brady Corbet is honoring many people, including Audrey Plaza‘s late husband Jeff Baena, who tragically died at 47 due to suicide.
The 2025 Golden Globe winner for Best Director paid tribute to several people he lost while making The Brutalist in his acceptance speech on Sunday (January 5), including a tribute to the late filmmaker.
“I’d like to thank the opportunity to acknowledge three people that I lost while making this picture: My grandfather, James, his brother Jerry, and my dear friend [producer] Kevin Turen, who I miss every day. I wouldn’t be standing here tonight if it were not for their influence,” he said.
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“And finally,” he concluded, “tonight my heart is with Aubrey Plaza and Jeff’s family. Good night.”
Aubrey was previously scheduled to present at the ceremony but did not attend.
She previously aacted in her late husband’s films, including Life After Beth and The Little Hours. Aubrey confirmed they got married in 2021 after a decade together. Jeff‘s cause of death has been confirmed.
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