""In his last moments, we were fortunate enough to have been able to surround him with loving, caring, peaceful words, thoughts, prayers and intentions as he left this earth," Frehley's family said in a statement. They nevertheless said they were "devastated and heartbroken" but added: "Reflecting on all of his incredible life achievements, Ace's memory will continue to live on forever!""
"Paul Daniel Frehley was born and raised in The Bronx, New York City, and reportedly acquired the nickname "Ace" at high school. He co-founded KISS in 1973 alongside frontman Gene Simmons, rhythm guitarist Paul Stanley and drummer Peter Criss. Often performing as characters, including Frehley as "Space Ace" or "The Spaceman," the group would become as well known for their spectacular costumes, make-up and pyrotechnic performances as for hits such as "I Was Made for Lovin' You," "God of Thunder" and "Strutter.""
"Former bandmates Simmons and Stanley said they were "devastated" by the news of Frehley's passing. "He was an essential and irreplaceable rock soldier during some of the most formative foundational chapters of the band and its history. He is and will always be a part of KISS's legacy.""
Paul Daniel "Ace" Frehley, co-founder and lead guitarist of KISS, died aged 74 at home following a fall at his recording studio. His family said they were able to surround him with loving, peaceful words and intentions in his final moments and described themselves as devastated while celebrating his achievements. He was born and raised in the Bronx and gained the nickname Ace in high school. He co-founded KISS in 1973 with Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Peter Criss and performed as the Spaceman. The band became known for striking costumes, make-up, pyrotechnics and hits such as "I Was Made for Lovin' You." Former bandmates and fellow musicians offered public tributes to his legacy.
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