Rock frontman dies just months after brain cancer diagnosis

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10 Mar 2026 • 6:53 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Tommy DeCarlo, the frontman of the rock band Boston, has died at the age of 60.
  • His family announced on Facebook that he passed away on Monday, 9th March 2026, after being diagnosed with brain cancer in September.
  • DeCarlo joined Boston in 2007 following the death of original lead singer Brad Delp and toured with the band for nearly two decades.
  • A GoFundMe page was launched in September to cover his medical bills after he suffered a sudden brain bleed, leading to the discovery of melanoma masses on his brain and a spot on his lungs.
  • Boston's official website has been updated with a picture commemorating DeCarlo's performance, including his birth and death dates.

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