Fans expecting live performances from tommy decarlo will no longer see him onstage, as the singer has died at 60. On Monday, March 9, 2026 ET, his family confirmed his passing in a Facebook post that said he had been diagnosed with brain cancer last September.
Tommy Decarlo’s family
DeCarlo’s wife, Annie, and his children, Talia and Tommy Jr., confirmed his death in the family statement on Facebook, asking friends and fans to respect their privacy as they grieve. The statement said the family shared the news with heavy hearts and closed with, “Rest in peace, Dad. “
Boston band
DeCarlo served as lead vocalist for the rock band Boston after the original singer Brad Delp died in 2007, a change that shaped the group’s touring lineups. Current members named in coverage include guitarist Gary Pihl, bassist Tracy Ferrie, drummer Jeff Neal and vocalist Beth Cohen.
GoFundMe and medical treatment
Before his death, a GoFundMe established to cover treatment costs had raised over $56, 000 as of Monday afternoon, the campaign page said. The family disclosed he suffered a brain bleed last September, underwent an emergency craniotomy that revealed two melanoma masses on his brain and another spot on his lungs, then was hospitalized from November 27 to December 27.
DeCarlo’s treatment timeline included returning home after Christmas and plans to begin therapies targeted at remaining cells in his brain, the family wrote in an update that described physical therapy and visits from loved ones during his recovery attempts. His audiobook, “Unlikely Rockstar — The Tommy DeCarlo Story, ” was released in 2021 and chronicled his journey with Boston.
The next specific event that could change how funds and tributes develop is a benefit concert scheduled for later this month to support his medical treatment. If that benefit goes ahead, it could accelerate fundraising and public memorial efforts tied to his care and legacy.
