Rock icon Tommy DeCarlo, who served as the lead vocalist for Boston, has died aged 60 following a brief but devastating battle with terminal brain cancer.
The news was confirmed by his family on Monday, who shared an emotional announcement on social media.
Speaking on Instagram they wrote :“It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our Dad, Tommy DeCarlo, on Monday, March 9th, 2026. After being diagnosed with brain cancer last September, he fought with incredible strength and courage right up until the very end.”
“During this difficult time, we kindly ask that friends and fans respect our family’s privacy as we grieve and support one another.”
After his diagnosis last year, a GoFundMe was launched to support the family with mounting medical costs. In the fundraiser, they also provided further details about what he endured in the months leading up to his death.
“In late September, Dad suffered a sudden brain bleed and underwent an emergency craniotomy,” the family explained on the fundraising page.
“During surgery, doctors discovered two melanoma masses on his brain and another spot on his lungs.
“He amazed us by recovering from the surgery and beginning treatment, but before he could complete it, he had another brain bleed and was hospitalized from November 27th to December 27th.
“Since then he has completed acute inpatient therapy and is currently back on track with treatments from his oncology team.
“Our Dad is strong. He is a fighter. And he’s giving this battle everything he’s got — but he needs your help on this one.”
They added, “He is deeply grateful for the love, prayers, and support he’s already received from friends, family, and fans all over the world. It has lifted him up during the hardest moments and reminded him he’s not fighting alone.
“If you can donate, share, or simply send your love his way, it means more to us than you’ll ever know. Thank you for helping us get him the care he urgently needs. Sincerely, Annie, Talia and Tommy Jr.”
DeCarlo became Boston’s frontman in 2007, stepping into the role after original lead singer Brad Delp died by suicide at 55.
He was 42 when the opportunity arrived. At the time, DeCarlo was working at Home Depot when he received a call from founding member Tom Scholz, who asked him to join the band on tour.
From that point on, he remained a central figure in the group’s modern era, including contributing vocals to the band’s 2013 album Life, Love & Hope, with performances on tracks such as the title song.
Boston’s career spans more than five decades, and the band is best known for anthems including ‘More Than A Feeling’, ‘Peace of Mind’ and ‘Amanda’