Carla Jeffery, an American actress famous for her role as Bree in Disney’s musical franchise ‘Zombies’, passed away on September 1, 2026, at the age of 33. The news was confirmed by her representative, Carla Alexander, who requested respect for the family’s privacy during this difficult time.
The cause of death has not been disclosed. In a statement posted on Instagram, Alexanders Talent Management described the loss as devastating, stating: ‘It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Carla Jeffery, who died at the young age of 33.’ The agency, which had represented Jeffery since she was 12, emphasized their closeness to the actress, referring to her as part of the family.
Carla Jeffery gained significant popularity among young audiences thanks to her portrayal of Bree, Addison’s best friend in the ‘Zombies’ franchise, which combines music, horror, and comedy in a setting where cheerleaders, zombies, and supernatural creatures coexist. The first film premiered in 2018, followed by two sequels, accumulating nearly 250 million hours of viewing on Disney+. Jeffery also lent her voice to her character in several shorts from the spin-off series ‘Zombies: The Re-Animated Series’.
Born on July 10, 1993, in Houston, Texas, Jeffery became interested in acting influenced by her twin brother, Carlon. Her career began in 2006 with a role in ‘Phat Girlz’ alongside Mo’Nique. She also had roles in shows like ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’, ‘Good Luck Charlie’, ‘Shake It Up’, ‘iCarly’, among others, before joining the ‘Zombies’ franchise.
Jeffery spoke about the importance of her role as Bree, highlighting the pressure and responsibility she felt in representing a plus-size Black woman in a high-profile program. Her success had a tangible impact when she saw young girls dressing up as Bree, stating: ‘I never thought I would be someone’s inspiration’.
Source: www.infobae.com
