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KISS stars reunite at Ace Frehley memorial service

KISS stars Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Peter Criss reunited to remember their late bandmate Ace Frehley at his memorial service. The three original

KISS Star Ace Frehley's Death Under Investigation After Toxicology Report Ordered

Investigators​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ are trying to figure out what happened in the case of the death of Ace Frehley. The iconic KISS guitarist died at 74 years old on October 16.

KISS' Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley lead tributes to 'irreplaceable rock soldier' Ace Frehley

Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley have described Ace Frehley as an "irreplaceable rock soldier" following his death, aged 74. The two KISS guitarists have led tributes to their late bandmate - who died on Thursday (16.10.25), following a recent fall at his home - admitting they have been left "devastated" by his passing.

KISS' Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley lead tributes to 'irreplaceable rock soldier' Ace Frehley

Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley have described Ace Frehley as an "irreplaceable rock soldier" following his death, aged 74. The two KISS guitarists have led tributes to their late bandmate - who died on Thursday (10.16.25), following a recent fall at his home - admitting they have been left "devastated" by his passing.

KISS Icon Gene Simmons Recovering from Car Accident – Shares Heartfelt Fan Message

Legendary KISS bassist Gene Simmons was released from the hospital earlier this week and is recovering at home after a car accident on Tuesday. The rock icon appears to be okay after the incident and seems to be in good humor.

'Horrible driver' Gene Simmons reassures fans he is fine after crash

Gene Simmons joked he is a "horrible" driver after being involved in a car accident. The KISS rocker was rushed to hospital on Tuesday (07.10.25) after his SUV crashed into a parked vehicle on the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu but he's spoken out to reassure fans he is "fine".

Gene Simmons rushed to hospital after car crash

Gene Simmons was rushed to hospital after crashing his car into a parked motor on Tuesday (07.10.25). The KISS rocker, 76, was driving his SUV on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu when he is said to have lost consciousness.

‘Jeopardy!’ Fans Beg Ken Jennings to Bring Back Alex Trebek Tradition

Jeopardy! has shared clips on social media of former host Alex Trebek dressed up in Halloween costumes throughout his time on the game show. Now fans are begging current host Ken Jennings to bring back the tradition which has been missing from the show since Trebek’s untimely death.

Ghost rocker Tobias Forge offers view of the 'rock is dead' debate

Ghost's Tobias Forge is hopeful that there will be more "headlining" rock bands in the future in response to the "rock is dead" debate. The phrase has been thrown around for decades now with Kiss rocker Gene Simmons, 75, having said it several times over, but the 44-year-old Swedish singer has a more positive outlook.

Gene Simmons clarifies KISS won't play a concert at Kiss Army Storms Vegas convention following backlash

Gene Simmons insists KISS will not be playing a concert at the Kiss Army Storms Vegas convention. Despite the legendary hard rock band playing their final concert at New York's Madison Square Garden in 2023, KISS were confirmed to be playing an "unmasked" show in Las Vegas this November.

KISS star Gene Simmons admits to being motivated by money

Gene Simmons thinks it's better to be "rich" and "miserable" than to be poor. The 75-year-old musician - who is best known for starring in the rock band KISS - grew up in modest surroundings and Gene admits that his career success has been motivated by "power and money".

Gene Simmons compares Taylor Swift to Jesus

Gene Simmons has compared Taylor Swift to Jesus Christ by declaring the pop star's following is similar to a religion. The KISS rocker gave his thoughts

KISS Ends Legal Feud With Stylist Over Termination Lawsuit Due to 'Unsafe' COVID Protocol Complaints

KISS finally settled its legal battle with longtime hair stylist David Mathews. According to Rolling Stone on Jan. 6, the band's frontmen Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley settled the termination lawsuit filed by the Mathews.

The Stylistics recruit Shania Twain, Gene Simmons and Justin Hawkins for new album

The Stylistics have recruited Shania Twain, KISS' Gene Simmons, The Darkness' Justin Hawkins, and many more for their first album in almost two decades.

Gene Simmons: 'Rock music is still dead'

Gene Simmons still considers rock music to be "dead". The KISS legend, 75, continues to profess that no one has come close to the likes of The Beatles, Elvis Presley, The Rolling Stones, and Pink Floyd.

Celebs who won't be passing their wealth on to their progeny

Just because your parents are wealthy doesn't mean you will be These 20 celebs aren't passing their wealth onto their children. 

20 notable celebrity appearances on 'Ugly Betty'

Ugly Betty might have gone down in history for its progressive themes and diverse characters, but let us remember that it had some incredible celebrity guest appearances, too. 

Famous musicians who are notoriously impossible to work with

Whether it's an artist with lethal perfectionist tendencies or someone who just became too self-absorbed over time, some of the best band leaders, R&B divas, and rap superstars have earned the title of being more than a little hard to work with, with the levels of destruction varying significantly from artist to artist.

The 20 worst films starring superstar musicians

Here's a look at some of the more terrible movies featuring music's biggest names. Listed in chronological order.

Great '70s-era musical acts still performing today

There are musicians who were active in the 1970s who are still making music and/or touring today. It’s been decades, but they simply aren’t ready to stop just yet.

20 musicians who were notoriously difficult to work with

Whether it's an artist with lethal perfectionist tendencies or someone who just became too self-absorbed over time, some of the best band leaders, R&B divas, and rap superstars have earned the title of being more than a little hard to work with, with the levels of destruction varying significantly from artist to artist. Today, we take a look at 20 of them. 

The ultimate "MTV Unplugged" playlist

To celebrate over 30 years of the program, let's go back and look at some of the show's most iconic cuts.

How famous bands chose their names