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Ace Frehley, KISS guitarist, dies at 74

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Ace Frehley, the founding guitarist of KISS, has passed away at 74. His family confirmed his death, expressing devastation and heartbreak. They stated they were fortunate to be with him in his final moments, surrounded by love and peace. Frehley, known as The Spaceman, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with KISS in 2014. Recently, he had canceled his 2025 tour due to ongoing medical issues. Co-founding KISS in 1973, Frehley contributed to the band's rise as one of the bestselling groups in music history.


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