Tommy DeCarlo, who was the lead vocalist for the hit rock-n-roll band Boston, has died at the age of 60. The musician's family confirmed the tragic news in a heartbreaking Facebook and Instagram post after battling brain cancer for six months. 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."
It comes after his family shared a GoFundMe page asking for help with the singer, who was the voice behind hit songs such as More Than A Feeling, Amanda, and Peace of Mind, and his medical bills. At the time of writing this article, the page has raised more than $56,000 (£41,780).
Alongside the fundraiser, they gave fans an insight into the rocker's health journey in the lead-up to his death. It said: "In late September, Dad suffered a sudden brain bleed and underwent an emergency craniotomy. 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 hospitalised 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."
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They went on: "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. 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 during the hardest moments and reminded him he's not fighting alone."
DeCarlo joined the rock band back in 2007 after the original Boston singer, Brad Delp, died by suicide at the age of 55. Megafan DeCarlo recorded a couple of Boston covers, which went viral on MySpace, giving him the push to send the link to Boston's management.
After watching his clips, Boston founding member Tom Scholz called DeCarlo and asked him to join the band's tour. At the time, DeCarlo was working at a Home Depot. Since 2007, he has been the lead or co-lead vocalist on Boston's tours. DeCarlo recorded the audiobook, Unlikely Rockstar - The Timmy DeCarlo Story, which documented his rise to stardom.
