Ace Frehley cause of death: KISS guitarist dies age 74, toxicology report coming
The death of KISS rocker Ace Frehley is being investigated.
The 74-year-old died last week after being put on life support after a fall in New Jersey, but new details have emerged about his passing.
His death is now being investigated by a New Jersey Medical examiner and a toxicology test will be done to determine the cause, according to TMZ.
The Morris County Medical Examiner told the publication that an autopsy was not performed on Frehey.
A toxicology screening and an external body examination will be performed on him.
The rep also told TMZ that Frehey’s cause of death will be finalised in the coming weeks, after the toxicology report is completed.
Frehey’s death rocked the music world last week.
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The lead guitarist and founding member of KISS was reportedly put on life support after he suffered a brain bleed from a recent fall in the studio.
But just hours after the news that he was on life support broke, his family made the decision to turn off the ventilator.
His death was confirmed in a statement from his family.
“We are completely devastated and heartbroken,” the statement said.
“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.
“We cherish all of his finest memories, his laughter, and celebrate his strengths and kindness that he bestowed upon others.”
His family added: ”The magnitude of his passing is of epic proportions, and beyond comprehension. Reflecting on all of his incredible life achievements, Ace’s memory will continue to live on forever!”
Frehley linked up with Gene Simmons, Paul Stanely and Peter Criss to form the rock band and stayed with the band from 1973 to 1982 before leaving and pursuing a solo career.
During his time with KISS, he contributed to fan favourites including Cold Gin, Shock Me and Parasite.
After leaving KISS, he formed the band Frehley’s Comet which toured and released music through the ’80s.
He rejoined KISS briefly for their highly-successful reunion tour in 1996.
He remained with the band for a second time until 2002 when he left for good.
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