Kiss Guitarist Ace Frehley Reportedly On Life Support After Sudden Health Decline

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Kiss guitarist and co-founder Ace Frehley is reportedly on life support several weeks after suffering a fall at home. On September 25, Frehley’s tour manager posted that the guitarist had a “minor fall,” forcing him to cancel an upcoming tour date. On October 6, Frehley’s official Facebook page shared that he would be canceling the remainder of his tour. “Due to some ongoing medical issues, Ace has made the difficult decision to cancel the remainder of his 2025 dates,” the post announced.Now, several outlets have reported that the musician has been put on life support. TMZ reported recently that Frehley’s family is possibly discussing options at this time. But, according to a representative close to Frehley’s team, reports of him already passing are false. The state of Ace Frehley’s health is currently up in the air, as his family and team likely take the time to consult his medical professionals. Future news will most likely come through Frehley’s official social media, and concerned fans should keep an eye out there. Ace Frehley Previously Forced To Cancel Tour Plans After Ongoing Health IssuesAce Frehley had played several shows over the summer months, with his most recent show on September 4. The 74-year-old guitarist pulled out of the Antelope Valley Fair in Lancaster, California, when his manager disclosed his fall. At that time, he was still scheduled to perform on his 10,000 Volts Tour, which began in January 2024. Frehley currently has one date listed on his website, a show at Yaamava Resort in Highland, California, on February 26. Due to his current health situation, however, that date could very likely be canceled as well. Ace Frehley auditioned for Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, and Peter Criss in 1972. They recruited him as lead guitarist three weeks later, and by 1973 they’d named themselves Kiss. Frehley was initially responsible for Kiss’ double lightning bolt logo, and when they decided on face paint and stage personas, he became known as Space Age and later The Spaceman. In 1996, after working solo since 1984, Frehley reunited with Kiss for a reunion tour. He left again in 2001, after completing the band’s Farewell Tour, coming back once to perform at the 2002 Winter Olympics. He’s been successfully flying solo since then, releasing his latest album of original songs, 10,000 Volts, in 2024.Photo by Gary Miller/Getty ImagesThe post Kiss Guitarist Ace Frehley Reportedly On Life Support After Sudden Health Decline appeared first on VICE.