'The Thing' Actor T.K. Carter Had Recent Health Issues Before Death
Key Points:
- Actor T.K. Carter passed away at his home in Duarte, California, after battling multiple health issues including diabetes and heart problems, according to his family and authorities.
- Family members requested a welfare check after not hearing from him for several days, leading officers to find Carter deceased; he was alone and had a head injury near a marble table.
- The official cause of death remains unknown, with Carter’s personal doctor signing the death certificate.
- Carter’s older brother described him as an uplifting and funny person with strong faith, emphasizing the impact he had on friends and family.
- Carter’s acting career began in the mid-1970s, with notable roles in films such as "The Thing," "Runaway Train,"