Kianna Underwood, who appeared on Nickelodeon’s All That, has died after a hit-and-run in Brooklyn. We have confirmed the performer was struck on a city street and the driver fled. She was transported to a local hospital, where she was pronounced dead. She was a young talent with an outsized spark. This is a heavy loss for fans who grew up with her work. 💔
What happened in Brooklyn
Police say the collision happened on a Brooklyn roadway, and the driver did not stay at the scene. Detectives are reviewing evidence and asking witnesses to come forward. Traffic crashes end lives in an instant, and this one has shaken the New York entertainment community. The investigation remains active, and more details are expected as officers review cameras and canvass the block.
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A Nickelodeon voice that shaped a generation
Kianna Underwood brought bright, fearless energy to All That, the long running sketch series that launched countless young stars. Her comedy was quick. Her timing was sharp. She fit right into a cast that prized originality and heart. All That gave kids permission to be weird and loud, and Kianna leaned into that spirit with joy.
For many viewers, those weekend nights were a ritual. The orange logo, the theme music, and a crew of teen comics who felt like friends. Kianna was part of that warmth. She made young audiences feel seen at a time when sketch comedy for kids felt rare and bold.
Colleagues and fans react
Inside the kids TV world, the news hit hard. Former castmates and crew have been sharing private memories and public tributes, calling out her kindness and her drive. Fans are posting favorite moments and sharing what her work meant to them growing up. You can feel the shock and the gratitude at once, a tough mix on a day like this.
Leaving the scene of a crash is a serious crime. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the NYPD.
What we know so far
Investigators are keeping early details tight, but here is what is clear today:
- Kianna Underwood appeared on Nickelodeon’s All That.
- She was struck and killed in a Brooklyn hit-and-run.
- The driver left the scene, and police are searching for the vehicle.
- Detectives are reviewing area footage and seeking witnesses.
- Tributes from colleagues and fans are beginning to pour in.
The larger story, traffic violence and accountability
This tragedy puts a harsh light on a crisis New Yorkers know too well. Traffic violence has become a daily fear in the city. Families live with the risk every time they cross a street. Hit-and-runs add another layer of pain, because they mix loss with unanswered questions.
When a driver flees, grief gets tied to anger, and communities push for change. That means better street design, stronger enforcement, and clearer consequences. It also means a cultural shift. Driving in a dense city requires patience and care, not just skill. Entertainment figures like Kianna bring these debates into the spotlight, because their work touched so many. When the arts community loses one of its own, calls for accountability grow louder.
Remembering Kianna, and what comes next
There will be time for memorials, time for clips and laughter, time for the stories that show who she was off camera. For now, the focus is on the facts and on the search for the driver. We expect more updates from law enforcement as the day goes on. Colleagues are organizing remembrances, and fans are planning to gather in her honor.
Her legacy is bigger than a single role. It is the proof that young voices can carry a show, and that kid centered comedy can be smart, silly, and fearless. That was the magic of All That, and Kianna helped make that magic feel real.
We will continue to report as investigators release new information. Tonight, we hold space for a performer who made us laugh, and we ask for answers that bring her family peace. May her memory be a blessing, and may the city she called home meet this moment with courage, compassion, and action.
