Dylan Carter, who competed on season 24 of voicedied at the age of 24.
The singer died following a car crash in Colleton County, South Carolina, on Saturday after he lost control of his 2026 Tesla and crashed into a utility pole, police told The US Sun.
Moncks County Mayor Thomas Hamilton Jr. confirmed his death in a Facebook post.
“Our family is heartbroken to hear of Dylan Carter’s death in a car accident. As a talented singer, he often entertained our community with his performances at city events,” Hamilton wrote.
“His kindness and charm earned him immense respect and he will be deeply missed.”
The post continued: “To Dylan’s loved ones and acquaintances, we offer our most sincere condolences during this difficult time.
“The City of Moncks Corner, its Council and all 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 was scheduled to perform in the Town of Moncks County on Monday, April 27.
Country icon Reba McIntire, who coached Carter on the show, also paid tribute online.
She wrote: “Dylan will be greatly missed. He was a brilliant, kind and talented young man who brought a great ray of sunshine to The Voice. Rest in peace my dear friend.”
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