Dylan Carter Dies at 24 in Tragic Car Accident: ‘The Voice’ Star’s Legacy Lives on Through Music and Kindness
The beloved musician brought hope through his voice and served his community with endless heart
Key Takeaways
- Dylan Carter, who rose to fame in Season 24 of 'The Voice,' has passed away at 24.
- The South Carolina native tragically died in a car accident in his home state.
- Dylan's non-profit he co-founded, The Local Voice, honors his legacy after his passing.
When a talent leaves the world too soon, it’s hard to wrap your head around, and the world is mourning the loss of 24-year-old musician Dylan Carter, who rose to fame on The Voice after wowing judges with an emotional rendition of Whitney Houston’s “I Look To You” back in 2023.
The South Carolina native tragically died in a car accident, and is remembered by his friends, family and community who he often served and shared his gifts with. Here, read all about the life and legacy of Dylan Carter.
Remembering Dylan Carter, ‘The Voice’ contestant viewers loved
In 2023, Dylan Carter shared his talent with the world when he auditioned for the hit reality competition series with a touching tribute to Whitney Houston. The performance earned him praise from all four mentors who each turned their chairs for him before he ultimately joined Reba McEntire’s team.
For Dylan, it was more than just an audition. He had shared that not long before, his mother had passed away, and when he tried to sing the song at her funeral, he couldn’t get through it—but during his second chance on The Voice, he knew he made his mom proud.
Dylan was a founding member of The Local Voice, a non-profit organization that raised money for local women battling breast cancer, and the organization shared the news of his heartbreaking passing in a post shared to their 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.” They continued, “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.”
In addition to running the non-profit, Dylan was also a realtor and was an owner of Sunny Days RV & Campground.
Dylan Carter’s ‘The Voice’ mentor honors his memory
In a post shared to her Instagram story, Reba McEntire shared words of kindness in the wake of this upsetting loss. “We will miss Dylan so much,” she 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.”
Though Dylan Carter’s time on earth was far too short, his legacy of kindness, music and service lives on in every life he touched. The Local Voice will continue its mission in his honor, ensuring that his belief that “every voice matters” continues to bring hope and help to those who need it most.
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