Dylan Carter, a 24-year-old musician who competed on The Voice in 2023, died after a single-vehicle crash in Colleton County, South Carolina. According to multiple reports, the accident occurred around 11:22 p.m. on Saturday when Carter's car veered off the road and struck a utility pole before overturning.
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Dylan Carter, a 24-year-old musician and former contestant on 'The Voice,' died in a single-vehicle car crash in Colleton County, South Carolina. He was set to perform at a local event the night of his death. Carter rose to prominence on Season 24 of 'The Voice' with an emotional tribute to his late mother. - Dylan Carter killed in single-vehicle crash near Moncks Corner, SC - The Local Voice nonprofit honors Carter's memory and mission - Reba McEntire pays tribute: 'He brought a huge ray of sunshine to The Voice' - Carter co-founded Sunny Days RV & Campground and worked as a realtor
The South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating the cause of the crash. Carter was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead, as reported by WCDB News 2 and Fox News Digital. The musician had been scheduled to perform at Moncks Corner's 'Music on Main' event that same evening, which was subsequently canceled.
Carter gained national attention during his appearance on The Voice's Season 24 blind auditions with a rendition of Whitney Houston's 'I Look to You,' dedicated to his late mother. All four judges turned their chairs for the emotional performance, and he chose Reba McEntire as his coach. After being eliminated from the competition, Carter reflected on Instagram that despite feeling defeated, he had gained confidence and purpose.
In addition to his music career, Carter co-founded The Local Voice, a nonprofit supporting women with cancer and families in need. The organization paid tribute to him on Facebook: 'Dylan was the heart of what we do. He believed every voice matters and lived that every day.' McEntire also honored Carter on social media, calling him 'a brilliant, kind and talented young man who brought a huge ray of sunshine to The Voice.'
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