The Voice season 24 alum Dylan Carter died in a car accident on Saturday (April 25) in Colleton County, S.C. The singer’s death was confirmed by his non-profit, The Local Voice, on Sunday via a statement on Facebook. Carter cofounded The Local Voice in 2024 to raise funds for women battling breast cancer.
“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. “Dylan was the heart of what we do. He believed every voice matters and lived that every day.”
Moncks Corner Mayor Thomas Hamilton Jr. also released a statement on Facebook Sunday. “Our family is heartbroken to hear about the passing of Dylan Carter in a car accident. As a gifted singer, he frequently entertained our community with his performances at Town events,” Hamilton wrote. “His kindness and charm earned him immense respect, and his absence will be deeply felt.”
Carter was set to appear at Moncks Corner’s “Music on Main” event on Monday. The town announced via Facebook that the event has been canceled.
Carter auditioned for The Voice at 20 years old, wowing the judges with his rendition of Whitney Houston’s “I Look to You” and securing chair turns from all four coaches. He explained that his song choice was a tribute to his late mother, who passed the year prior. Carter opted to join Reba McEntire’s team for his run on the show, but was eliminated in the Battle rounds. The country superstar shared a tribute to Carter on her Instagram Story Monday.
“We will miss Dylan so much,” McEntire wrote. “He was a brilliant, kind and talented young man who brought a huge ray of sunshine to The Voice. Rest in peace, my dear friend.”
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