Real Reason Behind KISS Guitarist Ace Frehley’s Death at 74 Revealed

Real Reason Behind KISS Guitarist Ace Frehley’s Death at 74

Fans around the world are still heartbroken after hearing about Ace Frehley’s death.
The famous KISS guitarist, who gave rock music some of its most iconic moments, passed away at 74. For weeks, people were guessing what really happened — but now, the truth has come out.

Legendary Kiss cofounder and guitarist, Ace Frehley, passed away at 74 from a brain bleed after suffering a fall.

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What Really Happened to Ace Frehley?

According to reports from New Jersey’s Morris County Medical Examiner’s Office, Ace Frehley’s death was an accident.
He suffered a serious head injury after falling at his home in Morristown.

This happened just days after he had cancelled his tour due to health issues. On October 26, 2025, the rock world lost one of its most loved legends.
Earlier that month, his team had mentioned he had a “minor fall” in the studio — but it turned out to be much more serious.

Later, his family told USA TODAY that Ace died peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by his loved ones.

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Ace Frehley’s Journey with KISS

Ace wasn’t just a guitarist — he was the heart and soul of KISS.
He started the band in 1973 with Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, and Peter Criss. Together, they changed the face of rock forever.

His powerful guitar solos, unique “Spaceman” look, and stage energy made fans go wild. Albums like Destroyer and Love Gun proved how talented he was.

Even after leaving the band in 1982, Ace continued to shine on his own. His solo albums Frehley’s Comet and Anomaly showed his creative side, and he often reunited with KISS for special tours.

 

 

 

 

 

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A Look at Ace Frehley’s Personal Life

Behind all the fame and spotlight, Ace lived a busy and sometimes tough personal life.
He married Jeanette Trerotola, an Italian-American actress, in 1976 — right when KISS was at its peak. They had a daughter named Monique in 1980.

But constant touring and fame made family life difficult, and the couple eventually separated. Still, Jeanette remained a big part of Ace’s life, especially when it came to raising Monique.

In the years that followed, Ace dated a few women, including Audrey Hamilton and Wendy Moore, who even wrote a book about their time together. He was also engaged twice — first to singer Rachael Gordon in 2019 and later to teacher Lara Cove, until 2024.

His Bond with Daughter Monique

Ace was a loving father to his only daughter, Monique. She often joined him at events and loved spending time with him.
In 2024, the father and daughter even got matching tattoos that said “Ace”, showing their strong bond.

Monique followed her dad’s creative path and stepped into the world of music as well.
Even though Ace is gone, his daughter continues to keep his spirit alive through memories, music, and the love they shared.