Morristown, New Jersey — Paul “Ace” Frehley, the original lead guitarist and co-founder of the shock-rock band KISS, died on October 16, 2025, at age 74. His family confirmed in a statement that he passed peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, following complications from a fall that caused a brain bleed. A Fall With Fatal Consequences Reports indicate the fall occurred in Frehley’s studio in September, and although initially viewed as minor, it led to serious medical complications. He was placed on life support and remained hospitalized in Morristown until his death.  Earlier this month he had already canceled the remainder…