Kianna Underwood’s Father Issues First Heartbreaking Statement After Her Death, Dad Asks Painful Question That Shook Social Media

Kianna Underwood’s Father Breaks Silence On Ex-Nickelodeon Star’s Tragic Death

The Anthony Underwood father of former Nickelodeon star Kianna Underwood has broken his silence following his daughter’s tragic death, sharing a raw and deeply emotional statement that has left many heartbroken—and searching for answers.

Kianna Underwood, 33, who appeared on the final season of All That in 2005, was killed in a devastating double hit-and-run in Brooklyn. As police continue their search for the drivers involved, her father, Anthony Underwood, is grappling with a question no parent should ever have to ask.

“Did Anyone Comfort My Baby?”

In a Facebook post shared early Saturday morning, Anthony Underwood voiced the anguish and disbelief he has been carrying since learning of his daughter’s death. Reflecting on the moments after she was struck, he questioned whether anyone stopped to help her as she lay injured on the street.

“Did anyone try to comfort my baby as she lay dying in the street alone,” he wrote, “or did they just stand around with their phones?”

The words struck a nerve with readers, many of whom flooded the post with messages of sympathy, anger, and support. Anthony went on to compare his daughter’s final moments to a memory of seeing a fox struck on the road—wondering if Kianna was afforded even the same dignity and compassion.

His message was not accusatory toward bystanders alone, but a reflection of a father’s unbearable pain and need to understand how such a tragedy could unfold without humanity stepping in.

A Father’s Grief, Shared Publicly

Anthony Underwood first confirmed his daughter’s death on Facebook on Friday, January 16. Less than an hour later, he posted a collage of photographs capturing joyful moments from Kianna’s life—smiling, thriving, and surrounded by love. The images served as a stark contrast to the circumstances of her death and a reminder that behind the headlines was a daughter deeply cherished by her family.

Friends, relatives, and fans responded with condolences, calling Kianna “kind,” “bright,” and “full of life,” while also demanding justice for her death.

What Happened to Kianna Underwood

According to law enforcement sources, the fatal incident occurred around 6:50 a.m. in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn. Kianna was crossing near the intersection of Watkins Street and Pitkin Avenue when she was struck by a black Ford SUV.

Police say she was then run over by a second vehicle—a black-and-gray sedan—while she lay on the ground. Both drivers fled the scene, leaving her critically injured. Emergency responders later pronounced her dead.

Authorities stated that Kianna was crossing against the light at the time of the incident, but emphasized that this does not absolve the drivers of responsibility—particularly given that neither stopped to render aid.

As of Saturday afternoon, no arrests had been made, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Remembering Kianna Beyond the Tragedy

While much of the focus has been on the horrifying details of her death, those who knew Kianna are urging the public to remember her life. She gained early recognition as a child performer on Nickelodeon’s All That, but family members say she was far more than a former TV star.

To her father, she was simply “my baby.”

His heartbreaking question—whether anyone showed her compassion in her final moments—has resonated widely, sparking conversations about accountability, bystander responsibility, and the human cost of hit-and-run crimes.

As police continue to search for the drivers responsible, Kianna Underwood’s family is left mourning an irreplaceable loss, holding onto memories, and hoping that answers—and justice—will come.