With heavy hearts, we share the tragic news that former Nickelodeon child star Kianna Underwood has died after being struck in a devastating hit-and-run incident in Brooklyn, New York on the morning of January 16, 2026.See more…
Underwood, 33 years old, was crossing the street near the intersection of Pitkin Avenue and Mother Gaston Boulevard in the Brownsville neighborhood just before 7:00 a.m. when a vehicle traveling west struck her. Disturbing reports indicate she was dragged for nearly two blocks underneath the car before the driver fled the scene. Emergency responders pronounced her dead at the scene from severe trauma.
Kianna first rose to fame as a child actress on Nickelodeon’s sketch comedy series “All That,” appearing in its 2005 season, and also had roles on “Little Bill” and other projects in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Her early work brought joy to countless young fans and marked the start of a promising career in entertainment.
The hit-and-run has shaken fans and the entertainment community alike. So far, no arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing as authorities search for the driver responsible. This tragic loss serves as a stark reminder of the dangers pedestrians can face on city streets, and the heartbreak that follows when such senseless accidents occur.
Our thoughts are with Kianna’s family, friends, and all who loved her during this incredibly difficult time.
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