Actress Carla Jeffery, known for Disney Channel's "Zombies," dies at 33

Carla Jeffery, best known for playing the cheerleader Bree in Disney Channel’s 2018 movie "Zombies" and its subsequent sequels, died on Sept. 1 at the age of 33. Her representation, Alexanders Talent, announced the news on Instagram but did not disclose a cause of death.

"Our hearts are broken as we mourn the loss of our beloved Carla Jeffery. For more than 20 years, Carla was part of the Alexanders Talent Management family..." the agency said, adding that they would remember her "infectious smile, her laughter, her talent, and the beautiful light she carried everywhere she went."

Jeffery reprised the role of Bree in "Zombies 2" and "Zombies 3" and later provided the character’s voice for "Zombies: The Re-Animated Series." Prior to the franchise, she appeared in smaller parts on series such as "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend," "Uncle Buck," "American Vandal," and had a ten-episode stint as Keysha Black on "Curb Your Enthusiasm." She also played Janila on the police drama "Southland."

Born in Houston, Jeffery was the twin sister of actor Carlon Jeffery, known for Disney Channel’s "A.N.T. Farm." She began acting at age 12, appearing in the film "Phat Girlz" alongside Mo-Nique.