Tragic Loss: Former Nickelodeon Star Kianna Underwood Killed in Brooklyn Hit-and-Run
The entertainment world is mourning a bright light gone too soon. Kianna Underwood, a former child actress best known for her roles on Nickelodeon, was tragically killed in a hit-and-run incident early Friday morning in Brooklyn, New York. She was only 33 years old.
The news has sent shockwaves through the community of fans who grew up watching her on screen, as well as the neighbors who knew her as a kind, energetic presence in her local area.
A Morning That Ended in Tragedy
According to the New York Police Department, the incident occurred around 6:50 a.m. on January 16, 2026. Underwood was crossing the intersection of Watkins Street and Pitkin Avenue in the Brownsville neighborhood when she was struck by a vehicle.
Reports indicate the situation was particularly horrific; authorities believe she was hit by a black Ford Explorer SUV and then subsequently struck by a second vehicle, described as a gray sedan. Witnesses and law enforcement sources revealed that Underwood was dragged for nearly two blocks before the vehicles fled the scene. Emergency responders pronounced her dead at the scene.
A Legacy on Screen: From ‘Little Bill’ to ‘All That’
Underwood’s career began when she was just a child, and she quickly became a recognizable face (and voice) for a generation of young viewers.
Little Bill: Between 1999 and 2004, she voiced the character Fuchsia Glover, the cousin of the titular character, in the beloved animated series created by Bill Cosby.
All That: In 2005, she joined the cast of the iconic sketch comedy show All That during its tenth season, appearing alongside stars like Nick Cannon and Kenan Thompson.
Stage and Film: Beyond her work at Nickelodeon, she toured nationally with the musical Hairspray as Little Inez and appeared in the film The 24 Hour Woman starring Rosie Perez.
Friends and former colleagues remember her as a powerhouse of talent who brought joy to every set she stepped on.
Investigation Continues: A Community in Mourning
As of this weekend, the drivers involved in the collision have not been identified, and no arrests have been made. The NYPD Highway District’s Collision Investigation Squad is currently leading the search for the suspects.
Local residents who saw Underwood frequently in the neighborhood expressed their heartbreak to reporters. "I'm very devastated," one neighbor shared. "She always had good spirits, happy, good energy. It was very sad to hear it was her."
Final Thoughts
The loss of Kianna Underwood is a sobering reminder of the ongoing issues with pedestrian safety and the senseless nature of hit-and-run crimes. As the investigation remains ongoing, the family and fans of the former star are left to grapple with the sudden absence of a woman who spent her life making others smile.
Rest in peace, Kianna.
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