The music world is mourning the loss of Ace Frehley \u2014 the trailblazing KISS guitarist whose riffs and \u201cSpaceman\u201d persona helped define a generation. Frehley passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, at age 74, surrounded by family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tributes have poured in from across the globe. Original KISS drummer Peter Criss, who was by Frehley\u2019s side in his final hours, wrote, \u201cWith a broken heart and deep sadness, my brother Ace Frehley has passed away\u2026 He died peacefully with his family around him. I love you, my brother.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley remembered him as \u201can essential and irreplaceable rock soldier,\u201d adding that \u201che will always be part of KISS\u2019s legacy.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rock legends like Bruce Kulick, Steve Vai, and Tom Morello honored Frehley\u2019s influence \u2014 Morello calling him \u201cmy first guitar hero,\u201d while Vai praised him as \u201cthe embodiment of rock \u2019n\u2019 roll attitude.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Blackie Lawless of W.A.S.P. shared a heartfelt note calling Frehley his \u201cbrother and mentor,\u201d remembering their early friendship as a bond that shaped his life and career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Frehley\u2019s family confirmed he died after complications from a fall that caused a brain bleed. Despite medical efforts, he remained unresponsive for several days before passing peacefully in Morristown, New Jersey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just weeks before his death, Frehley had canceled tour dates due to lingering health issues but assured fans he would return to the stage soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
From his smoking Les Paul to his interstellar stage presence, Ace Frehley\u2019s spirit will forever orbit rock history. The Spaceman may have left the stage, but his music \u2014 and his legend \u2014 will shine on.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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