Disney actress Carla Jeffery dies at 33

Carla Jeffery, the actress who portrayed Bree in Disney's "Zombies" franchise, died on September 1, 2026, at the age of 33, according to a statement posted on her official Instagram by her talent-management firm. The announcement, issued by Alexanders Talent Management, said Jeffery had been represented by the agency since she was 12 and described her as a beloved member of the company.

"It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Carla Jeffery, who passed away on September 1, 2026, at just 33 years old," the statement read.

The agency asked for privacy for Jeffery’s family and did not provide further details about the cause of death. ABC News was unable to obtain additional comment from Jeffery’s representatives.

Jeffery, born July 10, 1993, in Houston, Texas, began her screen career with the 2006 film "Phat Girlz" and later appeared on Nickelodeon's "iCarly," as well as on shows such as "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "Good Luck Charlie," and "Shake It Up." She gained wider recognition after being cast as Bree in the 2018 Disney Channel movie "Zombies," a role she reprised in two sequels and related animated shorts.

Colleagues in the entertainment industry expressed condolences on social media. "Carla. The sweetest person I have ever met. I love you," co-star Milo Manheim wrote, while actress Chandler Kinney described her as "the brightest shining light in any room she walked into."

Jeffery’s death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from fans and fellow performers, but the circumstances surrounding her passing remain undisclosed.