Story perspectives
KISS Mourns Loss of Security Guard and Guitarist
10/27/2025
50 5
1 of 1
Story summary
- Danny Francis, KISS' longtime security guard, died of liver cancer, confirmed by Paul Stanley on October 26.
- Ace Frehley, KISS guitarist, died October 16 at age 74 after suffering a brain bleed from a fall.
- Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons expressed their grief, saying Frehley will always be part of KISS's legacy.
- Fans offered condolences and memories of both men, highlighting their impact on the music community.
