A Life Well Lived: Remembering T. K. Carter

T. K. Carter, a familiar face in 80s and 90s TV and movies, has passed away at 69. He was found in his California home after a 911 call, but no foul play is suspected.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Born in New York but raised in LA, Carter started young, doing stand-up comedy at just 12. He performed at big places like The Comedy Store before moving into acting. His big break came in 1976 on "Police Woman," and he didn't stop there.

Iconic Roles and Memorable Performances

You might remember him as:

• The cool roller-skating chef in "The Thing"
• Mike Fulton on "Punky Brewster"

But he was also in tons of other shows like:

• "Good Times"
• "The Jeffersons"
• "Family Matters"

Plus, he voiced characters in:

• "The Transformers"
• "Jem"

Filmography Highlights

Movies weren't left out either. He was in:

• "Seems Like Old Times"
• "Southern Comfort"
• "Space Jam"

Carter's career was packed with roles that spanned decades.

Legacy

It's sad to see him go, but his work left a mark. From comedy to sci-fi, he did it all. His passing reminds us how much he brought to entertainment.