The KISS member who died recently is Ace Frehley, the founding guitarist of the rock band KISS. He passed away on October 16, 2025, at the age of 74. Frehley died peacefully in Morristown, New Jersey, surrounded by his family following complications from a fall he suffered at his studio in September 2025, which led to a brain hemorrhage. His family expressed their devastation but also celebrated his life and legacy. Ace Frehley was known for his "Spaceman" persona and was a key figure in KISS's rise to fame in the 1970s. He was inducted with the band into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2014. His passing marks a significant loss for the music world and KISS fans globally.