Disney star, Carla Jeffery dies, and has shocked fans of Zombies franchise after the actress died on September 1 at the age of 33. Her longtime talent agency, Alexanders Talent Management, confirmed the news but did not disclose her cause of death.
Jeffery was best known as Bree, the cheerful Seabrook High cheerleader and close friend of Addison, played by Meg Donnelly. She appeared in Zombies, Zombies 2 and Zombies 3, and later returned to voice Bree in Zombies: The Re-Animated Series. Her death has brought a wave of tributes from former co-stars and fans who grew up watching the franchise.
More Than Just a Disney Channel Role
What makes Carla Jeffery’s death especially significant to her young audience is how long she had been part of the entertainment industry.
Born in Houston in 1993, Jeffery began acting at just 12. Her first film role came in Phat Girlz, after which she appeared in television productions including Curb Your Enthusiasm, Good Luck Charlie, Shake It Up, iCarly and American Vandal.
Her role as Bree eventually introduced her to a much wider audience. The Zombies franchise became a major part of Disney’s young-adult entertainment lineup, giving Jeffery a character that fans could recognise across several films and an animated series.
In a 2025 interview, Jeffery spoke about seeing young Black girls dress up as Bree and recognising the influence her role had on them. She said inspiring young Black girls was something she wanted to continue doing.
Fans Remember the Person Behind Bree
Tributes have focused not only on her acting but also on the warmth people associated with her. Her management company said it had represented Jeffery for more than 20 years and described her as vibrant, talented and someone whose smile could light up a room. The agency also asked the public to respect her family’s privacy.
Her Zombies co-stars have also shared emotional reactions, showing how deeply she was connected to the cast. For many viewers, the Disney Zombies actress will be remembered as part of a childhood soundtrack of films, songs and characters. Her death at 33 has therefore created a loss that extends beyond Hollywood, reaching a generation that grew up watching her on screen.
