A young country singer who once turned heads on national TV is gone in a flash of tragedy.
Dylan Carter, a breakout talent from season 24 of The Voice, has died at just 24 years old after a horrific car crash in South Carolina, sending shockwaves through fans and his tight-knit hometown community.
The rising country artist was killed late Saturday, April 25, in Colleton County following a road collision, according to local officials. News of his sudden death was confirmed by Moncks Corner Mayor Thomas Hamilton Jr., who shared an emotional tribute as the town grappled with the loss.
“Our family is heartbroken,” the mayor said in a statement. “Dylan wasn’t just a gifted performer who lit up our events—he was a friend. His kindness, his charm, and his presence meant so much to all of us.”
The tragedy is even more gut-wrenching considering Carter was just days away from taking the stage again. He had been scheduled to perform on April 27 at Moncks Corner’s popular “Music on Main” event—an appearance that will now never happen.
A native of St. George, South Carolina, Carter first captured national attention in 2023 when he appeared on The Voice, landing on Reba McEntire’s team after a stunning blind audition that earned him a rare four-chair turn. His emotional performance of I Look to You, dedicated to his late mother, struck a chord with viewers across the country.
Though his journey on the show ended during the Battle Rounds—after performing Til You Can’t—Carter didn’t fade away. Instead, he returned home and quietly built a life that blended music, business, and giving back.
Known locally as “The Singing Realtor,” Carter balanced gigs and songwriting with a career in real estate, using his day job to fuel his dreams on stage. But it was his heart for others that truly set him apart.
He co-founded The Local Voice, a nonprofit focused on helping women battling breast cancer through music-driven fundraisers and community events. In a heartbreaking Facebook tribute, the organization described him as “the heart of what we do.”
“Dylan believed every voice matters,” the post read. “Through his music, his kindness, and his smile, he brought people together and made everyone feel seen.”
Friends say Carter’s impact stretched far beyond his performances—from county fairs like the Coastal Carolina Fair to local charity stages, he was a familiar face with an unforgettable voice.
Now, that voice has been silenced far too soon.
His sudden death adds to a growing string of tragedies rocking the country music world, leaving fans once again asking how quickly rising stars can be taken before their time.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing.
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