{
  "id": 5506716,
  "title": "Disney star Carla Jeffrey dead at 33",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/disney-star-carla-jeffrey-dead-at-33",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-04T05:04:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KBC",
    "slug": "kbc",
    "url": "https://www.kbc.co.ke/disney-star-carla-jeffrey-dead-at-33/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "US actress Carla Jeffrey, known for her roles in Disney Channel's \"Zombies\" trilogy, has passed away at the age of 33. Her agent, Carla Alexander, described Jeffrey as a \"beautiful, vibrant and incredibly talented woman whose radiant smile could light up any room\". Jeffrey played cheerleader Bree in the original 2018 film and its sequels in 2020 and 2022. Apart from her Disney work, she had a recurring role on HBO's \"Curb Your Enthusiasm\" portraying a member of Larry David's Black family who moved in after Hurricane Katrina. No official cause of death has been announced. Jeffrey's management company, Alexanders Talent, expressed their grief on Instagram, saying, \"Our hearts are broken as we mourn the loss of our beloved Carla Jeffery.\" Her family and friends have shared fond memories of her, calling her a \"light that shines bright\" and a true sister.",
  "summary": "Her management company, Alexanders Talent, wrote on Instagram: \"Our hearts are broken as we mourn the loss of our beloved Carla Jeffery.\" The post Disney star Carla Jeffrey dead at 33 appeared first on KBC Digital .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}