'The Thing' Actor T.K. Carter Had Recent Health Issues Before Death

'The Thing' Actor T.K. Carter Had Recent Health Issues Before Death

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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,"