“AMERICAN actor T.K. Carter, best known for his role in horror Sci-Fi film The Thing, has been found dead at home. Carter played Nauls in the 1982 movie and has starred in other films including Southern Comfort, He’s My Girl, and Ski Patrol. Sign up for the Showbiz newsletter Thank you! T.K. Carter has died”, — write: www.thesun.co.uk
Carter played Nauls in the 1982 movie and has starred in other films including Southern Comfort, He’s My Girl, and Ski Patrol.
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T.K. Carter has died at the age of 69Credit: Alamy 
The actor was found dead at home after police were called to the property on FridayCredit: Getty He also featured in various television shows including Punky Brewster, The Corner, and Just Our Luck.
According to TMZ, the actor was found dead on Friday at his home in Duarte, California.
Officers discovered his body around 5:40 pm after they were called to the property.
No foul play is suspected and a cause of death has not yet been released.
He is survived by his wife Janet Carter.
Carter’s last appearance on screen was in 2023 when he played Cliff in five episodes of the sitcom Dave and featured in three episodes of The Company You Keep.
Tributes have been made from fans who have been saddened by the news of his death.
“Was a huge fan of his…sad to hear,” one wrote on X.
“Rest in peace T-bone,” another said, referencing his character on The Steve Harvey Show.
“Oh my gosh, I’m so shocked and saddened!!! rest in peace TK I can’t believe you’re gone, bro. My condolences to all the family,” a third wrote on Carter’s last Instagram post.
The actor had shared a video of him finding The Way Back on Netflix which he appeared in alongside Ben Affleck.
“Look what I found on Netflix. Good movie The Way Back. TK Veteran Carter/Ben Affleck,” he wrote.
The post is now being flooded with comments and tributes.