Aubrey Plaza's New Role: Her Baby Bump Journey Before First Child Arrival

Aubrey Plaza has announced she is expecting her first child. She shared the news during an appearance on Late Night With Seth Meyers in April 2026.

Pregnancy Announcement

During the show, Plaza humorously revealed, "There's something inside: it's a baby." She joked about needing help with the birth from either host Seth Meyers or fellow guest Henry Winkler, referencing a scene from Parks & Recreation.

Relationship Details

Earlier in April 2026, Plaza confirmed that she and her partner Chris Abbott are expecting their first child together. The couple began dating in 2025 following the death of Plaza's estranged husband, Jeff Baena.

Aubrey Plaza's Journey

Plaza played the role of April on Parks & Recreation from 2009 to 2015. Her relationship with Chris Abbott blossomed nearly a year after Baena's passing.

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