Published: October 16, 2025 · 3:30 PM EDT
The 74-year-old rock icon has been hospitalized and placed on a ventilator following a fall in his studio. Prognosis remains critical.
Ace Frehley, legendary founding guitarist of KISS and one of rock’s most influential players, is fighting for his life after suffering a brain bleed, according to a breaking report by TMZ.
Sources with direct knowledge told TMZ that Frehley sustained a serious brain hemorrhage after falling in his studio a couple of weeks ago—forcing him to cancel his recent tour dates. His condition has not improved since the incident.
According to the report, Frehley has been on a ventilator for several days, and with no signs of recovery, his family is now considering the heartbreaking decision to remove life support as early as Thursday evening.
The family of Ace Frehley is reportedly considering ending life support after the legendary Kiss co founder suffered a brain bleed leaving the rock world in shock and concern for his condition.
Despite several unverified posts on social media claiming he had already passed away, TMZ clarifies that the 74-year-old musician was still on life support as of Thursday afternoon.
Following the fall, a statement posted to his official Instagram account on September 25 attempted to reassure fans, saying: “He is fine, but against his wishes, his doctor insists that he refrain from travel at this time.”
However, just one week later, a second statement was released, simply reading: “Due to some ongoing medical issues, Ace has made the difficult decision to cancel the remainder of his 2025 dates.” No further explanation was given at that time.
Ace Frehley joined forces with Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Peter Criss in 1973 to form one of the most iconic bands in music history. Known as “The Spaceman,” he electrified audiences with his explosive guitar tone, explosive solos and unforgettable stage persona.
Frehley performed with KISS from 1973 to 1982 before departing due to creative disputes and struggles with substance abuse. He later launched a successful solo career with Frehley’s Comet and eventually rejoined KISS in 1996 for their historic reunion tour, staying with the band until 2002.
He contributed to some of KISS’s biggest hits, including “Detroit Rock City,” “Rock and Roll All Nite,” “Cold Gin,” and “I Was Made for Lovin’ You.” His solo work produced classics of its own, most notably “New York Groove” and “Into the Night.”
Rockum will continue to monitor this developing story and provide updates as they become available.
Source: TMZ
