Archive · 9 Dec 2025
Raul Malo, The Mavericks frontman, dies at 60
Raul Malo, the lead singer of the band The Mavericks, died on December 8, 2025, at the age of 60.
He had been fighting cancer for a long time.
His wife and band announced his death.
Raul was known for his unique voice and the band's mix of different music styles.
He was very loved by his fans and bandmates.
Raul had to stop touring because his cancer got worse.
He was treated in Houston.
His family and band shared kind words about him after he passed away.
Raul Malo, frontman of The Mavericks, died on December 8, 2025, at age 60 due to cancer.
His wife, Betty Malo, confirmed his death on Facebook, stating he had been battling colon cancer since June 2024.
The Mavericks announced his passing on Instagram, describing him as a force of nature and a beloved bandmate.
Malo's cancer progressed to leptomeningeal disease (LMD) in September 2025, forcing the cancellation of tour dates.
He was known for his unique blend of country, Americana, roots, Latin, Tejano, and swing music with The Mavericks.
- Who
- Raul Malo, frontman of The Mavericks
- What
- Passed away due to cancer
- When
- December 8, 2025
- Where
- Houston, Texas
- Why
- Complications from colon cancer and leptomeningeal disease
- Name
- Raul Francisco Martínez-Malo Jr.
- Age
- 60
- Date of Death
- December 8, 2025
- Cause of Death
- Cancer (colon cancer and leptomeningeal disease)
- Band
- The Mavericks
- Notable Hits
- All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down, Dance the Night Away
- Diagnosis Date
- June 2024
- Treatment Location
- Houston
