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Gene Simmons, 77, has clarified details of past incidents involving fellow Kiss members, stating that he rescued drummer Peter Criss, not guitarist Ace Frehley, from a swimming pool. The correction was made during an episode of EPIC Event Center’s Behind the Curtain, where Simmons recounted the events described in Frehley’s 2011 memoir, No Regrets, which had credited Simmons with saving Frehley twice. Simmons confirmed the bathtub rescue of Frehley did occur, with hot water running near his nose and a boom box nearby, but said Frehley was unaware of the pool incident involving Criss. Frehley died on October 16, 2025, at age 74.
Simmons also discussed Kiss’s decision to end their touring, emphasizing the need to step off stage gracefully due to the physical demands of performances. He highlighted the band’s commitment to delivering spectacle for fans. In other comments, Simmons expressed support for AI, saying, "The future is here," and urged artists to adapt. He also referenced the American Music Fairness Act, which seeks compensation for artists on AM and FM radio.
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