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Legendary KISS Guitarist Ace Frehley Dies at 74

11/13/2025

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Summary

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Ace Frehley, the KISS guitarist known as "Spaceman," died on October 16, 2025, in Morristown, New Jersey, at age 74.
The Morris County Medical Examiner confirmed the death resulted from blunt force injuries to the head sustained in a fall.
The incident, deemed an accident, occurred weeks prior.
Frehley had a solo career after leaving KISS.
Frehley reunited with KISS in the 1990s before his final departure in 2002.

History

Historical Context

The 1996 KISS Reunion Tour marked a significant revival for the iconic rock band, reuniting original members Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Ace Frehley, and Peter Criss. Following a successful Unplugged performance in 1995, the tour grossed approximately $43.6 million, reshaping perceptions of classic rock bands and solidifying KISS's enduring legacy in popular culture.

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Story summary

Ace Frehley, the KISS guitarist known as "Spaceman," died on October 16, 2025, in Morristown, New Jersey, at age 74.
The Morris County Medical Examiner confirmed the death resulted from blunt force injuries to the head sustained in a fall.
The incident, deemed an accident, occurred weeks prior.
Frehley had a solo career after leaving KISS.
Frehley reunited with KISS in the 1990s before his final departure in 2002.

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