For many stars, Ace Frehley was truly out of this world.
Music superstars and other celebrities are paying tribute to the rock musician, best known for his role as the original lead guitarist in the glam rock band KISS. Frehley, aka "The Spaceman," died on Oct. 16 at age 74 after a recent fall at his home.
In a statement shared with USA TODAY, Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons remembered their former bandmate as a "rock soldier."
"We are devastated by the passing of Ace Frehley. He was an essential and irreplaceable rock soldier during some of the most formative foundational chapters of the band and its history," the duo said. "He is and will always be a part of KISS's legacy.
"Our thoughts are with Jeanette, Monique and all those who loved him, including our fans around the world."
