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Former Nickelodeon star Christy Knowings dies at 46

Christy Knowings, an actress who appeared on Nickelodeon’s “All That” for three seasons, died, according to multiple reports. She was 46 years old.

According to TMZ, Knowings suffered an asthma attack on Friday, resulting in brain injury. She was then put on life support.

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She was on the kids’ comedy sketch show “All That” from 1997 to 1999, alongside Kenan Thompson and Amanda Bynes.

Her “All That” roles featured Brenda Stone, a news anchor, and Jessica from her “Whateverrrr!” sketches with Bynes.

Knowings’ concentration as an adult shifted toward hip-hop music. She still remembered her teen popularity fondly.

“Being on ‘All That’ was definitely an incredible experience,” she told Occhi Magazine back in 2019. “I enjoy being a part of something so legendary that has brought so many people joy. Fans frequently mention how much my appearance on the show meant to them.

Thompson blogged about Knowings on Thursday, saying, “Man, this one hit hard!!!” Rest well, Christy!!! Never expected this day!! Sending so much love to her family!! She was a true one and one of the funniest people around!!! I’m going to miss you, buddy!!!” he posted on Instagram.