How did actress Carla Jeffery die? Here’s what we know about ‘Zombies’ star’s death at 33 | Today’s news
Actress Carla Jeffery, who rose to prominence as cheerleader Bree in the Disney Channel franchise “Zombies,” died Tuesday (local time).
Alexanders Talent, Jeffery’s management company, confirmed the news of her death in an Instagram post, but did not mention the cause of her death.
Carl Jeffery’s team issues a statement
Mourning the death of the 33-year-old actress, Alexanders Talent wrote: “It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Carla Jeffery, who passed away on September 1, 2026 at the age of just 33. Carla joined the Alexanders Talent Management family at the age of 12. For over 20 years, we have had the opportunity to watch her bright, radiant and radiant woman, who we have been privileged to grow into a beautiful and radiant woman. woman. light up every room.”
Her agency went on to write, “As Bree in Disney’s hit ZOMBIES franchise, Carla shared her joy, humor and sharp wit with audiences around the world. Carla was more than a client; she was family.”
“Our hearts go out to Carla’s family and loved ones at this devastating time. We respectfully ask that their privacy be respected as they grieve this unimaginable loss,” the statement continued.
Co-star Carla Jeffery pays tribute
Milo Manheim, Jeffery’s “Zombies” co-star, paid tribute to the actress on his Instagram Story. “I love you, Carlaboo. The sweetest, kindest, most loving person.”
Manheim also shared a clip of Jeffery’s dance scene from “iCarly,” writing, “I’m praying you want to make it back real quick. I love you so much. Thank you for spreading so much joy.”
Who Was Carla Jeffery?
Born on July 10, 1993 in Houston, Texas, Jeffery was an actress who began her career as a child performer and appeared in several films and television shows, including “Phat Girlz”, “iCarly”, “Miss Guided”, “Southland”, “Curb Your Enthusiasm”, “Men of a Certain Age”, “Good Luck Charlie Up” and “Shake Charlie Up”.
However, her most notable work to date was her portrayal of Bree in Disney’s “Zombies” franchise, where she played the spirited cheerleader at Seabrook High and the loyal best friend of the main character, Addison (Meg Donnelly). She starred in “Zombies” (2018), “Zombies 2” (2020) and “Zombies 3” (2022) and portrayed the character in 2024’s “Zombies: The Re-Animated Series,” according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Among Jeffery’s other screen appearances were “Scream Queens”, “American Vandal”, “Uncle Buck”, “Girl on the Edge”, “Teacher of the Year”, “Puzzled” and “Spider-Man”.
Social media users are mourning Jeffery’s death
After her agency announced the news, several social media users mourned her death and paid tribute to the late actress. While many shared Jeffery’s videos, one user wrote: “And Grim Reaper, whatever game you’re playing, stop playing it. Because this isn’t funny. You keep taking people who don’t deserve to be taken instead of one piece of shit that needs to go!”
Another user wrote: “I didn’t think I’d see another untimely death of a Disney actor in my lifetime like the one with Cameron Boyce that broke our hearts, but Carl Jeffery’s news just broke me. She seemed like such a good person in interviews and I loved her as Bree in all the Zombies projects.”
