United Kingdom, May 19 -- Christopher Abbott is excited to become a father.

The 40-year-old Broadway star's relationship with Aubrey Plaza was made public last month when it was revealed they are expecting their first baby, and the Poor Things actor is looking forward to the future.

Appearing on Today with his Death of a Salesman co-star Nathan Lane on Monday (18.05.26), co-host Jenna Bush Hager asked Christopher if she could congratulate him.

He smiled: "You can."

Jenna then mentioned his baby news, and he quipped: "I thought - for my Tony nom. I'm kidding, I know. There's too much going on.

"That's very nice, thank you very much. It's very exciting."

The couple confirmed to People magazine they were expecting a baby in the autumn ...