Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child star, was killed in a hit-and-run in New York.
Underwood, 33, was struck by a vehicle early Friday morning, January 16, 2026, in Brooklyn, dragged under the car for two blocks and pronounced dead at the scene.
She rose to fame in 2005 on the sketch show All this one program that also helped launch stars like Amanda Bynes and Kenan Thompson.
Authorities have not made any arrests so far, as reported Variety.
Alongside All that Underwood also featured her voice in an animated show, Little Billdirected by Bill Cosby.
Kianna was allegedly hit by a sedan while crossing the street, as reported TMZ.
The New York Police Department (NYPD) confirmed details that Underwood, 33, was struck by a vehicle just before 7 a.m. and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Who was Kianna Underwood?
Beloved child star Kianna Underwood was known for her role in Little Billinspired by the children’s book series directed by Bill Cosby.
This animated series follows the daily life and thoughts of a 5-year-old boy growing up in Philadelphia.
Underwood’s voiceover career has also ventured beyond television, including his contributions to the 2001 animated television film. Santa, baby.
Kianna also made an on-screen appearance in the 1999 independent comedy The 24 hour womancreated by Nancy Savoca.
The film starred Rosie Perez, Marianne Jean-Baptiste and Patti LuPone. During the following years of her career, Kianna also toured with the Broadway musical. Hairspray in 2004.
Kianna’s death marks another fatal pedestrian death in New York, where hit-and-runs continue to rise, becoming a growing concern.
Last year alone, 207 deaths were reported due to vehicle accidents.
