Carla Jeffery, Actress Famous for Disney's 'Zombies' Franchise, Passes Away at 33

LOS ANGELES, California — Actress Carla Jeffery, best known for portraying the energetic cheerleader Bree in Disney Channel’s Zombies series, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at the age of 33. As reported by The New York Times, her talent agent, Carla Alexander of Alexanders Talent Management, confirmed her passing through an official agency statement. A cause of death was not immediately disclosed.

A Multi-Decade Screen Career Built on Joy and Inclusivity

Born in Houston on July 10, 1993, Ms. Jeffery launched her acting career alongside her twin brother Carlon after relocating to California. She made her feature film debut in the 2006 comedy Phat Girlz before landing recurring and guest roles in Larry David's Curb Your Enthusiasm, Good Luck Charlie, and Shake It Up. Her breakout performance arrived in 2018 as Bree—the cheerful best friend to lead character Addison—in Disney's hit Zombies trilogy, a role that accumulated nearly 250 million streaming hours on Disney+.

In a 2025 appearance on The Tokens podcast, Ms. Jeffery spoke openly about the responsibility and honor of representing plus-size Black women on screen, noting how deeply meaningful it was to see young girls dressing up as her character.

Tributes and Memorial Privacy

In the agency's official release, Alexanders Talent Management described Ms. Jeffery as a "vibrant, and incredibly talented woman whose radiant smile could light up any room". Co-stars and family members have requested privacy as they navigate this sudden loss. Information regarding public tribute services, family support funds, or formal memorial details will be released by her representatives once confirmed.