Dylan Carter, who appeared in Season 24 of the singing competition “The Voice,” died in a car accident in South Carolina on Saturday night. He was 24.
“Our family is heartbroken to hear about the passing of Dylan Carter in a car accident,” wrote Thomas Hamilton Jr., the mayor of Moncks Corner, S.C. “As a gifted singer, he frequently entertained our community with his performances at Town events. His kindness and charm earned him immense respect, and his absence will be deeply felt. To the loved ones and acquaintances of Dylan, we offer our sincerest condolences during this difficult period. The Town of Moncks Corner, its Council, and entire staff extend their deepest sympathies. He was much more to our family than an entertainer he was our friend and we are deeply saddened.”
During his blind audition on “The Voice,” Carter made the four judges, Reba McEntire, Niall Horan, John Legend and Gwen Stefani, all turn their chairs around. He sang Whitney Houston’s “I Look to You” in tribute to his mother, who had died a year earlier. Carter joined McEntire’s team and was later eliminated in Episode 12 after singing country artist Cody Johnson’s song “Til You Can’t.”
Carter also co-founded a non-profit in his community called The Local Voice, which aided women fighting breast cancer. He performed at fundraising events for the charity.
“With heavy hearts we share the passing of Dylan Carter, co-founder of The Local Voice, talented musician, and someone who meant so much to our community,” the non-profit wrote on Facebook. “Dylan was the heart of what we do. He believed every voice matters and lived that every day. Through his music, his kindness, and his smile, he brought people together and made everyone feel seen. A proud Lowcountry native, Dylan also owned Sunny Days RV & Campground and worked as a realtor, always helping others find a place to belong. We are heartbroken, but find comfort knowing he is in heaven with his mother. We are so grateful for Dylan, for the love he gave this community, and for the impact he leaves behind. We will carry his light forward and continue this mission in his honor. Please keep his family in your prayers in the coming weeks as they navigate this tremendous loss.”
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