Actress Carla Jeffery, recognized by Disney audiences for her role as Bree in the ZOMBIES film series, has died at the age of 33. Her death was announced on September 1, 2026, prompting an immediate wave of tributes from fans and people who worked with her throughout her career.
Jeffery’s death was confirmed by Alexanders Talent Management, the agency that represented her for more than two decades. In a statement, the agency remembered the actress as a talented performer with a lively personality and a memorable smile. The agency also asked for privacy for Jeffery’s relatives and close friends as they grieve.
A cause of death has not been publicly revealed.
For Disney viewers, Jeffery was perhaps best known as Bree, a member of the cheerleading squad at Seabrook High School and a friend of Addison, the central character in the ZOMBIES franchise. Jeffery first appeared in the original ZOMBIES movie in 2018 and later returned for both ZOMBIES 2 in 2020 and ZOMBIES 3 in 2022.
She also lent her voice to animated material connected to the franchise, further expanding her connection with the series and its young fan base.
The ZOMBIES movies became popular for blending musical performances, comedy and supernatural themes. The story follows teenagers from different communities as they deal with friendship, acceptance and the challenges of living alongside people who are different from them. Jeffery’s Bree became a recognizable supporting character within that world.
Her acting career began long before her Disney appearances. Jeffery entered the entertainment industry as a child and made her film debut in the 2006 comedy Phat Girlz, which starred Mo’Nique.
Over the years, she built a diverse television résumé, appearing in a variety of comedy and drama productions. Her credits included Curb Your Enthusiasm, Southland, iCarly, Good Luck Charlie, Shake It Up!, Scream Queens, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend and American Vandal.
According to her representatives, Jeffery had joined Alexanders Talent Management when she was only 12 years old. Her professional relationship with the agency continued for more than 20 years, covering much of her development from a young performer into an established actress.
The announcement of her death quickly spread across social media, where viewers shared their memories of Jeffery and her performances. Fans particularly remembered her work in the ZOMBIES movies, with many expressing shock over her death at such a young age.
Her connection with the franchise continued into recent years. Jeffery attended the Los Angeles premiere of ZOMBIES 4: Dawn of the Vampires in July 2025, one of her latest public appearances associated with the Disney series.
While she appeared in numerous television productions during her career, her portrayal of Bree introduced her to a particularly broad audience. The role helped make Jeffery a familiar face among Disney Channel viewers and cemented her place in the franchise’s history.
Her representatives’ tribute also highlighted the personal qualities remembered by those who knew her, describing her as someone whose energy and warmth made an impression beyond her professional work.
Jeffery’s career stretched across film, television and children’s entertainment, beginning when she was still young and continuing for more than two decades. Although her life and career ended unexpectedly at 33, her performances will continue to be remembered by the audiences who watched her grow as an actress.
As fans and colleagues continue paying tribute, Jeffery is being remembered for the characters she brought to life, the entertainment she provided and the lasting connection she formed with viewers through her work.