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Carla Jeffery Dies at 33, “Zombies” Actress

9/3/2026

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Summary

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Actress Carla Jeffery died at age 33 on September 1, 2026.
Manager Carla Alexander announced the death on Instagram on September 2, 2026.
Jeffery was known for playing Bree in Disney Channel’s Zombies franchise and returned in sequels and a 2024 animated series.
Her twin brother is actor Carlon Jeffery.
Co-stars Milo Manheim and Chandler Kinney described her as “the brightest shining light.”

History

Historical Context

On December 20 2009, actress Brittany Murphy died at 32 in Los Angeles after collapsing at home, with the coroner ruling pneumonia, anemia and multiple prescription drugs as causes. Her rise began with the breakout role in Clueless (1995) and continued with a supporting turn in the box-office hit 8 Mile (2002). Murphy’s death sparked a wave of documentaries and media attention, reflecting how early-2000s celebrity culture amplifies tragedy.

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Story summary

Actress Carla Jeffery died at age 33 on September 1, 2026.
Manager Carla Alexander announced the death on Instagram on September 2, 2026.
Jeffery was known for playing Bree in Disney Channel’s Zombies franchise and returned in sequels and a 2024 animated series.
Her twin brother is actor Carlon Jeffery.
Co-stars Milo Manheim and Chandler Kinney described her as “the brightest shining light.”

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