Aubrey Plaza, renowned for her role in “Agatha All Along,” is set to welcome her first child with partner Chris Abbott this autumn. In a lighthearted moment during a recent appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” the 41-year-old actress cleverly engaged with the audience about her pregnancy journey.
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(jpeg)/aubrey-plaza-052126-6d70a1551c694ab581173d9fbf75e634.jpg)
As Plaza took her seat opposite the late-night host, Colbert inquired about her well-being. With a playful touch, she rubbed her baby bump and reassured him, “Everything is normal here.” However, adding to the comedic flair, she quipped, “My water broke backstage. They said it was going to take a couple of hours, so I can still do this.” The audience erupted in laughter, and Colbert responded with a playful grin, “That’s very generous of you. We will get a squeegee.”
The pregnancy news was first revealed in April, when a source disclosed to PEOPLE that Plaza and Abbott were expecting. The source described the announcement as “a beautiful surprise” following a challenging year, emphasising the couple’s feelings of gratitude for this blessing. Plaza’s representative later corroborated the news, confirming the joyous occasion.
Since then, the actress has been visibly proud of her growing baby bump, showcasing it during various media appearances. Her journey has been filled with humour and candid discussions about impending motherhood. In a recent chat with Seth Meyers on “Late Night,” Plaza shared her excitement while promoting her new animated series, “Kevin.” Playfully, she suggested that Meyers might have to assist her during labour, to which he responded with mild shock and refusal.
Plaza cheekily stated, “May need you to pull it out,” and continued, “That’s why I came here tonight.” In a light-hearted exchange, Meyers joked back, expressing his preference to avoid the situation. The actress then named her “top two” candidates for delivery: Meyers or Henry Winkler, her former co-star from “Parks and Recreation.” Noting Winkler’s unique experience in an episode where he played a baby doctor, she added, “Well, he delivered my baby on Parks and Recreation, so that’s all I know.”
The playful banter continued, with Meyers exclaiming he’d choose Winkler for the task, stating, “I would choose Henry. Wouldn’t you?” The camaraderie between the two reflected a warm and jovial disposition towards the topic.
Later, Plaza participated in an interview with The Wrap, discussing her animated project while multitasking with the sensations of pregnancy. In the midst of answering questions, she felt a kick from her unborn child and shared the moment with a warm smile, saying, “Ah, the baby just knocked on me. I just got knocked.”
As her due date approaches, Plaza’s clever wit and humour shine through her journey toward parenthood. The couple appears to be embracing this new chapter with joy and excitement, sharing candid exchanges that resonate with their fans and followers.
With this in mind, the entertainment world is watching closely as Plaza enters a new phase of life. Known for her distinctive charm and humour, she is sure to bring her signature style to motherhood. As she prepares for the upcoming arrival, fans can expect more delightful anecdotes and amusing interactions from Plaza in the near future. This remarkable time in her life is sure to be filled with memorable moments, jokes, and laughter as she navigates the journey of becoming a mother.