Nickelodeon Alum Kianna Underwood Killed in New York Hit-and-Run
Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child star, tragically lost her life in a hit-and-run incident in New York on Friday. She was 33 years old. The New York Police Department reported that Underwood was crossing an intersection in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn when she was first struck by a black Ford Explorer SUV. After falling to the ground, she was subsequently hit by a second vehicle, described as a black and gray sedan.
Emergency services declared Underwood dead at the scene. Both drivers involved fled the accident site and have not yet been identified. The police continue to investigate the incident.
Kianna Underwood’s Career
Underwood was best known for her appearances on Nickelodeon’s children’s sketch comedy show, “All That,” where she starred in seven episodes during 2005. Earlier, she voiced the character Fuschia Glover in the Nick Jr. animated series “Little Bill” from 1999 to 2004.
Additionally, Underwood performed as Little Inez in the first national tour of the Broadway musical “Hairspray.” Her role in “All That” marked her last credited performance. The show was instrumental in launching the careers of various notable entertainers, including Nick Cannon, Kenan Thompson, and Amanda Bynes.
Ongoing Investigation
- Date: Friday, the day of the accident
- Location: Brownsville, Brooklyn, New York
- Ages: Kianna Underwood was 33 at the time of her passing
- Vehicles Involved: Black Ford Explorer and a black and gray sedan
- Status: Both drivers fled; investigation is ongoing
This tragic event highlights the importance of road safety and the impact of hit-and-run incidents on families and communities. Filmogaz.com continues to follow this story as it develops.