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Tragic Hit-and-Run Claims Former Nickelodeon Star Kianna Underwood

1/19/2026

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Summary

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Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child star, was killed in a hit-and-run in Brooklyn, New York, January 16, 2026, at 33.
Surveillance footage shows she was hit by a black Ford SUV at 6:50 a.m. and dragged by a second vehicle.
Underwood was known for her role in All That, voice work in Little Bill, and she faced homelessness.
The New York Police Department is investigating and seeking information about the drivers.

History

Historical Context

The 2009 Taconic State Parkway crash, caused by Diane Schuler driving intoxicated, resulted in eight fatalities, including her three nieces and a family in another vehicle. This tragedy, which drew national attention, highlighted the urgent need for stricter traffic laws. In response, New York enacted Leandra's Law in November 2009, making it a felony to drive intoxicated with a child passenger.

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Story summary

Kianna Underwood, a former Nickelodeon child star, was killed in a hit-and-run in Brooklyn, New York, January 16, 2026, at 33.
Surveillance footage shows she was hit by a black Ford SUV at 6:50 a.m. and dragged by a second vehicle.
Underwood was known for her role in All That, voice work in Little Bill, and she faced homelessness.
The New York Police Department is investigating and seeking information about the drivers.

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