Tragedy struck the entertainment world when Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon star, lost her life in a hit-and-run accident in Brooklyn. She was only 33 years old at the time of the incident, which occurred early on January 16, 2026.
Details of the Incident
According to the New York Police Department, the accident happened at approximately 6:43 a.m. Emergency responders arrived at the intersection of Pitkin Avenue and Mother Gaston Boulevard, after receiving a 9-1-1 call.
Sequence of Events
- Underwood was crossing the intersection when she was struck by an SUV.
- The first vehicle, a black 2021 Ford Explorer, allegedly ran a red light while attempting a dangerous maneuver.
- After being hit, she was subsequently struck again by a sedan while lying in the road.
Both drivers fled the crime scene and have not yet been identified. The investigation is ongoing, with the NYPD’s Highway District Collision Investigation Squad leading the efforts.
Kianna Underwood’s Legacy
Kianna Underwood was a talented performer known for her role in Nickelodeon’s “All That,” a popular sketch comedy series that aired in 2005. Additionally, she provided the voice for Fuchsia Glover in the Nick Jr. animated series “Little Bill” from 1999 to 2004. Her notable performances also included a year-long role as Little Inez in the Broadway musical “Hairspray.”
The details surrounding her passing have left numerous fans and industry colleagues in shock, and no arrests have been made to date.
