Remembering Kianna Underwood: The Nickelodeon Actress Behind “All That” and “Little Bill”

Kianna Underwood was a working child actor who grew up on screen, and her death in January 2026 shocked the generation that grew up watching her.

Note on the topic: search interest in Kianna Underwood describes her as a “rising star.” She was not; she was a former child actress who died on January 16, 2026, at age 33. This article reflects that.

Key Takeaways

• Who she was: a New York-born actress best known for Nickelodeon’s All That and for voicing a character on Little Bill.
• Her death: she was killed in a hit-and-run in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn on January 16, 2026, at age 33, according to the NYPD as reported by WOKV.
• Her career: seven episodes of All That in 2004–05, 23 episodes voicing Fuchsia Glover on Little Bill (1999–2004), and the first national tour of Hairspray as Little Inez (WOKV).
• The investigation: the NYPD was seeking two drivers who did not stay at the scene; check current police updates for any developments.

Fact	Detail
Born	November 28, 1992, New York City (IMDb)
Died	January 16, 2026, Brooklyn, NY
Known for	All That, Little Bill, The 24-Hour Woman
Stage	Hairspray national tour (Little Inez)

A Career That Started Early

Underwood began working in entertainment around age seven. Her screen credits include the 1999 comedy The 24-Hour Woman and voice work in the animated TV movie Santa, Baby! (WOKV).

On Little Bill, she voiced Fuchsia Glover, the main character’s cousin, across 23 episodes. She then joined the cast of All That for its tenth season, in a supporting role alongside better-known names of that era (WOKV).

For many viewers, those shows are part of childhood. That is why the news spread so quickly.

What Happened on January 16

According to the NYPD, Underwood was crossing at Pitkin Avenue and Mother Gaston Boulevard in Brownsville around 6:45 a.m. when she was struck by a black Ford SUV. She was then struck again by a black-and-gray sedan, and both drivers left the scene (CBS News New York). She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police said she was crossing without the right of way at the time, and that the SUV driver crossed a double yellow line to pass another vehicle (CBS News New York).

The investigation

Reporting after the incident said police located the owner of the SUV, who told officers he was getting a lawyer, and that detectives were still searching for the sedan’s driver (Yahoo News, via the New York Daily News). I did not find a confirmed update beyond that. Anyone with information can contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).

Why Her Death Resonated

• Nostalgia. All That and Little Bill defined a generation’s childhood TV.
• Preventable tragedy. Hit-and-run crashes are a persistent concern in New York City.
• Child-star aftermath. Her death renewed conversation about what happens to young performers after the spotlight fades. Coverage should treat that subject with care, and speculation about her private life is not supported by public record.

How to Honor Her Memory

• Share verified information rather than rumors.
• If you know anything about the crash, contact Crime Stoppers.
• Support pedestrian-safety efforts in your community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Kianna Underwood?

A former Nickelodeon child actress who appeared on All That and voiced a character on Little Bill.

How did Kianna Underwood die?

She was struck by two vehicles in a hit-and-run in Brooklyn on January 16, 2026 (CBS News New York).

How old was she?

Thirty-three.

Has anyone been arrested?

Initial reports said no arrests had been made (Fox 35 Orlando, citing AP); check the NYPD for current status.

What was she best known for?

All That, Little Bill, and the Hairspray national tour.

Kianna Underwood’s work is still there to rewatch, and the least anyone can do is remember it accurately.