The actor Aubrey Plaza has spoken out for the first time since her husband Jeff Baena's death last week. He was 47.

On January 5, it was reported that Baena, who was 47, was found dead in his home in Los Angeles on January 3, per Associated Press. Baena was an indie filmmaker who co-wrote 2004's I Heart Huckabees, and directed Plaza in his zombie comedy, Life After Beth, in 2014.

Jan. 7 (UPI) -- Aubrey Plaza and Jeff Baena's family have released a joint statement about the filmmaker's recent death. "This is an unimaginable tragedy. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has offered support," Baena's loved ones said in the statement Monday. "Please respect our privacy during this time."