'All That' Star Was 46
Key Points:
- Christy Knowings, known for her role on Nickelodeon's sketch comedy series All That, has died at age 46 following complications from an asthma attack that caused brain damage.
- She was hospitalized and placed on life support after the attack on Friday, with her family deciding to remove life support on Tuesday; she passed away later that night in a Los Angeles-area hospital.
- Knowings appeared in 32 episodes of All That between 1997 and 2000, a popular show often called the "Saturday Night Live for kids," which featured comedic sketches performed by children and teens.
- Kenan Thompson, a former castmate, paid tribute to Knowings on Instagram, highlighting her humor and expressing condolences to her family.
- In addition to All That, Knowings had roles on New York Undercover and Sesame Street, and was praised by her manager for her talent, professionalism, and dedication to her craft.