KISS‘ Gene Simmons is recovering at home after crashing his car in Malibu – find out more below.
Per NBC 4 Los Angeles, the accident occured on Tuesday (October 7), around 1pm local time. While an exact cause has yet to deciphered, Simmons has reportedly told authorities that he had fainted or passed out while behind the wheel.
Simmons’ wife Shannon Tweed reportedly added that the car travelled through several lanes of traffic before crashing into a parked vehicle. Following the accident, Simmons was transported to a hospital for a check-up and brief hospitalisation, before being set home to recover.
Tweed also alleges that the accident could have been caused by a recent change in the KISS bassist and singer’s medication. Simmons has since taken to social media to share an update with fans: “Thanks, everybody, for the kind wishes. I’m completely fine. I had a slight fender bender. It happens. Especially to those of us who’re horrible drivers. And that’s me. All is well.”
Thanks, everybody, for the kind wishes. I’m completely fine. I had a slight fender bender. It happens. Especially to those of us were horrible drivers. And that’s me. All is well.
— Gene Simmons (@genesimmons) October 8, 2025
Gene Simmons isn’t the only KISS member to face a medical setback in recent times. Guitarist Ace Frehley has cancelled his remaining solo dates for 2025 due to “some onging medical issues,” he confirmed earlier this week.
In other news, KISS have confirmed plans for an “unmasked” show in Las Vegas later this November. It will mark the band’s first performance since their 2023 farewell tour. According to an email sent out to fans, the concert also promises “a special live performance from former KISS member Bruce Kulick, along with other special guests, activities, exclusive experiences and more.”
Then in December, the rock band will accept the Kennedy Centre Honor from President Donald Trump. KISS are among the list of honorees selected by the Trump administration this year, with others including Sylvester Stallone, Gloria Gaynor, country star George Strait and stage and sitcom actor Michael Crawford.
The prize is awarded to figures in the performing arts for their lifetime of contributions to American culture, and Trump will personally host this year’s event on December 7.
