Veteran actor T.K. Carter, known for 'The Thing' and 'Punky Brewster,' dies at 69
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Key Points:
- Veteran actor T.K. Carter, known for his roles in the horror film “The Thing” and the TV show “Punky Brewster,” has died at the age of 69.
- Carter was found unresponsive in Duarte, California, and was declared dead by authorities; no foul play is suspected.
- He gained recognition for his role as Nauls the cook in John Carpenter’s 1982 film “The Thing” and had a recurring role in the 1980s sitcom “Punky Brewster.”
- Carter also appeared in notable films such as “Runaway Train” (1985), “Ski Patrol” (1990), and “Space Jam” (1996).
