Aubrey Plaza and Chris Abbott Make Red-Carpet Debut at the Tony Awards

Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott made their red carpet debut as an official couple at the 79th Annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. The pair arrived smiling and coordinated, with Plaza wearing a sleek black-and-white striped dress that highlighted her baby bump, while Abbott wore a black velvet suit and tie. Abbott kept an arm around Plaza as they posed for photos, marking a notable public appearance for the private couple.

Plaza and Abbott first worked together on the 2020 indie film Black Bear and later shared the stage in the 2023 off-Broadway revival of Danny and the Deep Blue Sea. They reportedly began dating in late 2025, though they have largely kept their relationship out of the spotlight.

Plaza has also spoken openly about her pregnancy and her excitement about becoming a mother for the first time. On the Smartless podcast, she said she has always wanted to experience motherhood and is curious about that stage of life. Her remarks added to the significance of the couple’s Tony Awards appearance, which served as one of their first major public outings together.

Abbott’s attendance at the ceremony also carried professional importance, as he was nominated for his first Tony Award. He is in the running for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play for his portrayal of Biff Loman in the Broadway revival of Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman. The production, which also stars Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf, is the most-nominated play of the season, earning nine Tony nominations.

Their appearance at the Tonys drew attention not only because of their relationship status but also because it highlighted two major personal and professional milestones happening at the same time. Plaza is preparing for motherhood, while Abbott is being recognized for a high-profile Broadway performance. The couple’s red carpet debut combined both moments in a single event, making their outing one of the evening’s most talked-about appearances.