Vocalist Tommy DeCarlo, best known for performing with the rock band Boston since 2007, died Monday, March 9, 2026, at age 60 after battling brain cancer, according to his family.
“It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our Dad, Tommy DeCarlo, on Monday, March 9, 2026,” the family wrote in a statement on social media. “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. Rest in peace, Dad. With love, Annie, Talia and Tommy Jr.”
DeCarlo joined Boston after the death of the band’s original lead vocalist, Brad Delp.
A GoFundMe page was launched last year to help with DeCarlo’s medical bills and had raised more than $56,000 as of Monday.
DeCarlo suffered a sudden brain bleed in late September 2025 and underwent emergency surgery. During the operation, doctors discovered two melanoma masses on his brain and another spot on his lungs. While recovering, he experienced another brain bleed and had been hospitalized since late November.
After DeCarlo’s scheduled live concerts last fall were canceled, he posted on social media, “This was not an easy choice, as performing and sharing music with all of you around the world has been one of the greatest joys of my life. But right now, it’s important that I take the time I need to recover and get back to feeling my best, so that when I return to the stage, I can give you everything I’ve got.”
In 2012, DeCarlo formed the band Decarlo with his son. After signing with Frontiers Music Srl, they released their debut album, “Lightning Strikes Twice,” in January 2020.
DeCarlo released his debut solo album, “Dancing in the Moonlight,” in December 2022.