'The Voice' alum Dylan Carter dies at 24

Dylan Carter, who is best known for being a contestant on “The Voice" Season 24, has passed away. He was 24 years old. 

According to a report by Variety, the young star died in a car accident in South Carolina on Saturday night. 

Thomas Hamilton Jr., the mayor of Moncks Corner, South Carolina, mourned the young singer's passing and honored his memory. 

“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," Hamilton said in the report. 

In a social media post, The Local Voice—a non-profit organization he co-founded to support women battling breast cancer—also announced his passing.

“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. 

The organization remembered Dylan as “the heart” of The Local Voice.

“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 wrote.

A Lowcountry native, Dylan also owned Sunny Days RV & Campground and worked as a realtor. 

The Local Voice also thanked him for his lasting impact and asked for prayers for his family. 

“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,” The Local Voice said.

“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." 

During Dylan's blind audition on “The Voice” in 2024, Dylan delivered a powerful rendition of Whitney Houston’s “I Look to You” as a tribute to his mother, who had passed away a year prior. 

His emotional performance moved all four judges, Reba McEntire, Niall Horan, John Legend, and Gwen Stefani, to turn their chairs.

—Jade Veronique Yap/CDC, GMA News