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The Voice Contestant Dylan Carter Dies in Car Accident at 24

April 26, 2026

Dylan Carter, a performer who competed on The Voice's 24th season, has passed away following a car accident. He was 24 years old.

The crash happened on Saturday, April 25. Carter had been scheduled to appear that evening at the Town of Moncks Corner's "Music on Main" event.

Thomas Hamilton Jr., mayor of Moncks Corner, South Carolina, shared a statement about Carter's death, expressing the community's grief. "Our family is heartbroken to hear about the passing of Dylan Carter in a car accident," Hamilton said. "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."

Carter took part in The Voice when he was just 20 years old. During his blind audition, the singer performed Whitney Houston's "I Look to You," earning chair turns from Reba McEntire, Niall Horan, John Legend, and Gwen Stefani. He made it through to Episode 12 of the competition before his elimination.

The entertainment community and Carter's loved ones are mourning the loss of the young artist.

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