T.K. Carter, known for ‘The Thing’ and ‘Punky Brewster,’ dies at 69 in Los Angeles County
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Key Points:
- Veteran actor T.K. Carter, known for his roles in the horror film "The Thing" and the television sitcom "Punky Brewster," has died at the age of 69.
- Carter was found unresponsive in Duarte and declared dead on Friday evening; authorities reported no foul play but did not disclose the cause of death.
- Born in New York City and raised in Southern California, Carter began his career in stand-up comedy before gaining recognition in film and television.
- His notable works include "The Thing" (1982), "Runaway Train" (1985), "Ski Patrol" (1990), and "Space Jam" (1996).
- Carter's publicist praised him as a consumm
