Carla Jeffery's Sudden Loss: 'Zombies' Family Pays Heartfelt Tribute

It feels surreal, almost too painful to put into words, that Carla Jeffery—who lit up the screen as Simone in Disney+’s musical‑drama ‘Zombies’—is no longer with us. The news of her passing landed like a cold wave, catching fans and the cast off‑guard.

Meg Donnelly, who plays the charismatic Addy, was quick to tweet a simple, heartfelt note: “RIP my beautiful sister.” There’s a rawness in those three words, a kind of quiet grief that says more than a long‑form statement ever could.

Almost immediately, Milo Manheim, the show’s energetic lead Zed, added his own tribute. He wrote, “You were more than a co‑star—you were family. I’ll miss you every day.” He even shared a behind‑the‑scenes video of the two of them goofing around on set, reminding everyone that Carla’s laugh was infectious.

Other castmates and crew chimed in, painting a picture of a woman who was both a consummate professional and an endlessly kind friend. One anonymous crew member told us that on the days when filming ran long, Carla would bring in homemade cookies, a little tradition that kept morale high. It’s those tiny gestures, they say, that will linger the longest.

Fans, too, flooded social media with memories of Carla’s breakout performance in the season‑two finale, where Simone’s solo “Rise Again” hit the charts and became an anthem for perseverance. Commenters recalled how Carla’s eyes would sparkle whenever she sang, a sparkle that seemed to stay with the audience long after the episode ended.

While the grief is fresh, there’s also a sense of gratitude. Gratitude for the music she left behind, for the laughter she sparked on set, and for the way she made everyone feel seen. In an industry that can feel fleeting, Carla’s impact was anything but.

As the ‘Zombies’ family gathers for a private memorial, they’re also planning a small tribute during the show’s next season premiere—a moment of silence, and perhaps a subtle nod in a song lyric that only those who knew her will truly understand.

In the end, the best way to honor Carla Jeffery might simply be to keep humming the tunes she loved, to remember the warmth of her smile, and to let the music play on, just as she would have wanted.