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Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of KISS, died on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the age of 74 in Morristown, New Jersey. His family confirmed that he passed away after suffering complications from a recent fall at his home. Rock fans around the world are mourning the loss of one of the most beloved rock guitarists.
In a statement shared through Rolling Stone, Ace Frehley's family said,
"We are completely devastated and heartbroken. In his last moments, we were fortunate enough to have been able to surround him with loving, caring, peaceful words, thoughts, prayers, and intentions as he left this earth. We cherish all of his finest memories, his laughter, and celebrate his strengths and kindness that he bestowed upon others. The magnitude of his passing is of epic proportions, and beyond comprehension. Reflecting on all of his incredible life achievements, Ace's memory will continue to live on forever."
Fans reacted, saying:
"Ace Frehley not technically gifted, but he was a legend who influenced many. Vaya con dios legend."
Online tributes following KISS guitarist Ace Frehley's death at 74
Pop Base took to its official X (formerly Twitter) page to share that,
"KISS guitarist Ace Frehley has died at the age of 74."
Fans soon weighed in on the comment section of the X post to express their thoughts about Ace Frehley. Below are some of their tributes:
"R.I.P. Space Ace.🙏His guitar riffs will echo forever. Shock Me and New York Groove from his solo album will always be my favourites. A true rock icon.💔", shared a fan.
"RIP Ace, you always seemed like such a fun guy to hang around. I will never forget when you showed off your smoking guitar trick!", commented another.
"Not Ace Frehley. Damn was he good at his job. Kiss best guitarists by far. RIP to the Spaceman. I hope you sherd the face off of every angel in the sky😭😭😭", penned a third.
Others also chimed in:
"I Ching’s 44→14 speaks of brief presence, lasting impact. Tai Yi’s Celestial Fire rises—his riffs now pulse beyond time. Sun meets Neptune, the soul merges with sound. 74 ends in 7+4=11, a gateway number. The man’s gone, but the frequency still hums through the stars.", noted a netizen.
"So sorry to hear of Ace Frehley’s passing at such a young age. Anytime I hear a Kiss song my mind goes instantly to the 1970’s and the 8 track tape blasting Kiss as loud as my Pioneer speakers would go!!", expressed another.
"Omg!, Ace is one of the best guitarists I have ever seen... It's a very sad moment but everyone has to go one day... Rest in peace king 🕊️", commented a third.
According to reports, Frehley suffered a fall in his studio weeks before his death. The accident led to a brain bleed and hospitalization. He was placed on life support in September, shortly after he canceled all remaining dates on his 10,000 Volts tour.
On September 25, 2025, his team posted on Instagram that he was "fine." However, he had been advised by doctors not to travel. Days later, a new statement announced the full cancellation of his tour "due to ongoing medical issues." Frehley's health deteriorated in early October. His representative, Lori Lousararian, told Rolling Stone that the late KISS co-founder's death was related to injuries from that fall.
Rest in peace, Ace Frehley.
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