Instagram/Carlos Aguilera saxophone Music Saxophonist Carlos Aguilera, who played during his own brain surgery, passes at 38. Remembering his resilience and extraordinary story. March 17, 2026 AceShowbiz - Carlos Aguilera, the talented musician renowned for playing the saxophone during a groundbreaking 12-hour brain tumour operation, has sadly passed away at the age of 38. His death was announced on Friday, prompting an outpouring of tributes from friends, colleagues, and fans who admired his resilience and extraordinary spirit.