Original Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley reportedly on life support

Paul Daniel “Ace” Frehley, the original lead guitarist of the legendary rock band KISS, is reportedly on life support, according to TMZ. Ace has been dealing with ongoing medical issues in recent weeks, leading to the decision to cancel the remainder of his 2025 tour dates.

“Sources familiar with Ace’s situation tell us … he suffered a brain bleed when he took a fall in his studio a couple weeks ago — forcing him to cancel his upcoming tour dates — but his health has not improved,” reports TMZ. “We’re told he’s been on a ventilator for some time, and hasn’t gotten better — so, his family is considering turning off support … perhaps as soon as Thursday evening.”

Last month, Ace’s team shared on social media that, due to his fall, he would be canceling his scheduled performance at the Antelope Valley Fair in Lancaster, California. Then, just last week, it was announced that all of Ace’s 2025 tour dates had been canceled.

Before his fall, Ace had been working on his new solo album, Origins Vol. 3, the follow-up to 2024’s 10,000 Volts.

Sending strength and support to you, Ace.