Dylan Carter — the South Carolina country singer who earned all four chair turns on The Voice Season 24 — tragically passed away on April 25, 2026, following a fatal car accident in Colleton County.

He was 24 years old. Tributes from coach Reba McEntire and fans worldwide flooded social media within hours.

NameDylan Carter
ProfessionSinger, Songwriter, Realtor
Born2002, St. George, South Carolina
PassedApril 25, 2026
NationalityAmerican
Net Worth$500K – $1M
Known ForThe Voice Season 24, Four-Chair Turn
CauseBlunt Force Injuries – Single Vehicle Accident

Who Was Dylan Carter

Dylan grew up in St. George, South Carolina, singing in church, school, and local theatre. His 2023 audition of Whitney Houston’s “I Look to You” on The Voice earned all four chair turns, with Reba McEntire becoming his coach. Beyond music, he was a realtor, owned Sunny Days RV & Campground, and co-founded The Local Voice — a non-profit supporting women battling cancer in his community.

Dylan Carter – Accident & Latest News (April 2026)

  • 🔴 BREAKING: Dylan passed away April 25, 2026 after his Tesla veered off U.S. Route 21 in Colleton County at ~11:22 PM, struck a utility pole and fence, and overturned. He was transported to hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.
  • Cause Confirmed: Colleton County coroner confirmed blunt force injuries. Death ruled accidental — he was wearing his seatbelt and was the sole occupant.
  • Reba McEntire Tribute: His Voice coach wrote on Instagram: “He was a brilliant, kind and talented young man who brought a huge ray of sunshine to The Voice.”
  • Mayor’s Statement: Mayor Thomas Hamilton Jr. of Moncks Corner called Dylan “much more than an entertainer — he was our friend.” He had been set to perform at “Music on Main” the Monday following his passing.
  • Non-Profit Tribute: The Local Voice posted: “Dylan was the heart of what we do. He believed every voice matters and lived that every day.”
  • Investigation: South Carolina Highway Patrol confirmed the accident remains under active investigation as of April 30, 2026.

Net Worth

Dylan Carter’s net worth is estimated at $500K – $1 million from his music career, realty work, RV campground business, and growing platform after The Voice.

What Happened to Dylan Carter

On April 25, 2026, Dylan’s Tesla sedan veered off U.S. Route 21 in South Carolina, struck a pole and fence, and overturned. He was the sole occupant and passed from blunt force injuries — the incident has been ruled accidental.

Height

Dylan Carter stood at approximately 5 ft 10 in (178 cm).