The family of Ace Frelie cried over his departure: who remained after his death?
17 october 2025 в 03:13
Ace Frehley’s family includes his ex-wife Jeanette Trerotola and their child. The late guitarist and co-founder of the band KISS passed away in October 2025 after sustaining an injury from a fall in his studio a month prior. Reports indicated that his loved ones were considering the possibility of disconnecting him from life support.
«We are completely devastated and broken. In his final moments, we were fortunate enough to surround him with love, care, peaceful words, thoughts, prayers, and intentions as he left this earth», - the Frehley family said in a statement published in Variety. «We cherish all his best memories, his laughter, and celebrate his strength and kindness that he gave to others. The magnitude of his departure is incredible and incomprehensible. Reflecting on all his incredible achievements in life, the memory of Ace will live on forever!»
Learn more about Ace’s ex-wife, Jeanette, and their relationship and family below.
Ace and his ex-wife Jeanette were married in May 1978, with the other members of the band KISS performing at their wedding. According to numerous reports, the band played hits «Rock and Roll All Nite» and «Shout It Out Loud» at the reception, but did not wear their iconic black and white makeup.
It is unclear whether Ace and Jeanette officially divorced and when it happened, but they did indeed separate seven years after their wedding, according to multiple sources. In his 2012 book «No Regrets», - Ace reportedly wrote about the breakdown of his marriage.
«We needed a fresh start, and part of that process was a legal separation from my wife», - the late rocker wrote in an excerpt from the book.
In 2018, Ace began a relationship with his ex-girlfriend Lara Kove. They eventually broke up, which he confirmed during a concert in 2024.
«I broke up with my ex, Lara. Sorry. She’s gone», - Ace said during the performance, according to several sources. «I still care about her. Wonderful girl, beautiful girl. We decided to go our separate ways, and she’s happy, I’m happy. It’s just time. Things don’t always work out, right? Three out of four marriages end after five years in this country, statistically. I don’t want to be the bearer of bad news, but that’s reality».
Yes, Ace and Jeanette have a daughter named Monique, who was born in 1980
«We are completely devastated and broken. In his final moments, we were fortunate enough to surround him with love, care, peaceful words, thoughts, prayers, and intentions as he left this earth», - the Frehley family said in a statement published in Variety. «We cherish all his best memories, his laughter, and celebrate his strength and kindness that he gave to others. The magnitude of his departure is incredible and incomprehensible. Reflecting on all his incredible achievements in life, the memory of Ace will live on forever!»
Learn more about Ace’s ex-wife, Jeanette, and their relationship and family below.
Ace and his ex-wife Jeanette were married in May 1978, with the other members of the band KISS performing at their wedding. According to numerous reports, the band played hits «Rock and Roll All Nite» and «Shout It Out Loud» at the reception, but did not wear their iconic black and white makeup.
It is unclear whether Ace and Jeanette officially divorced and when it happened, but they did indeed separate seven years after their wedding, according to multiple sources. In his 2012 book «No Regrets», - Ace reportedly wrote about the breakdown of his marriage.
«We needed a fresh start, and part of that process was a legal separation from my wife», - the late rocker wrote in an excerpt from the book.
In 2018, Ace began a relationship with his ex-girlfriend Lara Kove. They eventually broke up, which he confirmed during a concert in 2024.
«I broke up with my ex, Lara. Sorry. She’s gone», - Ace said during the performance, according to several sources. «I still care about her. Wonderful girl, beautiful girl. We decided to go our separate ways, and she’s happy, I’m happy. It’s just time. Things don’t always work out, right? Three out of four marriages end after five years in this country, statistically. I don’t want to be the bearer of bad news, but that’s reality».
Yes, Ace and Jeanette have a daughter named Monique, who was born in 1980
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