Bobbie Jean Carter, sister of pop singers Nick and Aaron Carter, found dead at 41

More details are emerging on the shocking and tragic death of TV personality Bobbie Jean Carter, the sister of famous popstars Nick and Aaron Carter. The 41-year-old “House of Carters” star was found dead in her bathroom at a home in Tampa, Florida, on Saturday morning.

According to her mother, Jane Carter, the exact circumstances surrounding Bobbie Jean Carter’s death remain unknown. However, her mother confirmed that she passed away on Saturday morning in Florida.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) revealed that Bobbie Jean Carter was discovered unresponsive in the bathroom by fire rescue crews who were called to the scene. She was immediately rushed to St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tampa, where she was unfortunately declared dead by medical staff at 8:02 a.m.

During the investigation into her death, HCSO deputies learned that Bobbie Jean Carter was on probation for cocaine possession. However, her roommates informed the police that she had not used any narcotics since her release from prison. No narcotics or drug paraphernalia were found in her room or bathroom. The authorities have not found any evidence of foul play in her untimely demise. The Medical Examiner’s Office will determine the exact cause of death pending the completion of a toxicology report.

Bobbie Jean Carter’s sister, Angel Carter, confirmed the devastating news of her passing on her official Instagram page. Angel shared a heartfelt tribute to Bobbie, reminiscing about their close bond and the unfairness of life that seemed to follow her sister. Childhood photos of Bobbie were included in the tribute, portraying her lively spirit and sense of humor.

The sudden and tragic death of Bobbie Jean Carter has left her mother, Jane, in shock. This heartbreaking loss marks the third time she has had to face the tragedy of losing a child, following the previous deaths of Leslie and Aaron. Jane expressed her need for time to process this terrible reality and requested privacy during her grieving process.

The news of Bobbie Jean Carter’s passing has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and among her fans. The Carters are a well-known family in the music world, with Nick and Aaron achieving immense success as pop singers. The circumstances surrounding Bobbie Jean Carter’s death highlight the fragility of life and the importance of supporting one another during difficult times.

In other celebrity news, Lee Sun-kyun, the star of the Oscar-winning film ‘Parasite,’ was found dead in South Korea, further adding to the string of recent tragic losses in the entertainment community.

Contributing: Pamela Avila and Taijuan Moorman, USA TODAY