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Gene Simmons Issues Apology For Telling Depressed People "Kill Yourself"
Unsurprisingly, Gene Simmons has been forced to take back some recent controversial comments he made about addicts, people suffering with depression and suicides, after suffering a unanimous backlash from the public.Simmons suggested that a depressed...
By Nick Hill in Music / Festivals on 17 August 2014
Gene Simmons Apologizes For Insensitive Comments Regarding Suicide
The KISS bassist is known for his outspokenness, but for many crossed a line when in an interview with SongFacts.com he remarked "I don't get along with anybody who's a drug addict and has a...
By Hannah Woodhead in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 15 August 2014
Black Lips Blast Kiss For 'Misogynistic' Lyrics
Black Lips have slammed KISS for being ''misogynistic''.The garage rockers ambushed a recent live Q&A with 'Kiss' frontman Gene Simmons to criticise the legendary band for their supposedly offensive lyrics.Lead singer Jack Hines -...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 13 August 2014
Gene Simmons: 'We Still Want Tebow For Arena Football Team'
Kiss star Gene Simmons has confirmed reports suggesting he and bandmate Paul Stanley attempted to sign Christian quarterback Tim Tebow to their arena football team L.A. Kiss.Tebow split fans while playing for the New York...
By World Entertainment News Network in Music / Festivals on 10 August 2014
Gene Simmons Defends Disgraced Basketball Boss' Freedom Of Speech
Outspoken Kiss star Gene Simmons has risked incurring the wrath of African-Americans and race sympathisers by supporting disgraced basketball boss Donald Sterling's freedom of speech.The Los Angeles Clippers owner was fined $2.5 million and threatened...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 06 August 2014
Gene Simmons To Share Business Acumen In New Book
Veteran Kiss star Gene Simmons is set to share the secrets to his business success in a new self-help book.The heavy rocker is working on Me, Inc.: Build An Army of One, Unleash Your Inner...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 20 June 2014
Gene Simmons To Produce Ugly Model Show
Kiss rocker Gene Simmons is producing a new reality Tv series titled Ugly Models, centering on a British agency which represents unique-looking men and women.The musician is behind the new programme for America's Lifetime network,...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 05 June 2014
Kiss Rockers Deny Bullying Eric Stonestreet's Mother On A Flight
KISS musicians Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons have hit back at claims made by actor Eric Stonestreet alleging that the rockers were rude to his mother, Jamey Anne, on a flight. The Modern Family star...
By Lauren James in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 30 May 2014
Kiss Stars: 'We Were Not Mean To Eric Stonestreet's Mother'
Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley became embroiled in an online feud with actor Eric Stonestreet after the Modern Family star accused the rockers of "bullying" his mother during a flight.Stonestreet picked a digital fight with...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 29 May 2014
Kiss' Paul Stanley Unleashes His Wrath In Scathingly Raw New Memoir
Paul Stanley, frontman of the glam rock outfit Kiss, has released a new memoir in which he details some of the more private aspects of his life and reflects upon his career fronting one of...
By Lauren James in Books / Authors on 09 April 2014
Paul Stanley Refused To Be A Part Of Kiss Pal's Reality Show
Kiss star Paul Stanley refused to appear on bandmate Gene Simmons' long-running reality Tv show because he hated the programme.The rocker tells the current issue of Rolling Stone magazine that he received many requests to...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 06 April 2014
Gene Simmons: Credible Bands Can Kiss My Ass
Gene Simmons claims credible bands can kiss his ''ass''. The KISS bassist thinks groups shouldn't take themselves too seriously and instead they should take inspiration from early rock and roll bands who made up their...
By Bang Showbiz in Music / Festivals on 26 March 2014
Gene Simmons: 'Three More Kiss Tours And Then I'm Done'
Rocker Gene Simmons can see an end in sight for his band Kiss - because he doesn't want to tour forever.The bass player admits age is taking its toll on him and he doesn't think...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 25 March 2014
Gene Simmons: 'Rappers Don't Belong In The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame'
Kiss star Gene Simmons has taken aim at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame bosses for inducting rappers into their Ohio museum.The bass player and his band will be added to the Hall of Fame...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 17 March 2014
Gene Simmons' Chewing Gum Auctioned Off For Charity
Kiss frontman Gene Simmons has put his famous tongue to good use - his chewing gum has been auctioned off, raising $245,000 (£163,000) for charity.The rocker appeared on U.K. Tv show Soccer Am last month...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 15 October 2013
Gene Simmons Renews His Vows To Wife On Second Wedding Anniversary
Kiss star Gene Simmons and his wife Shannon Tweed have renewed their wedding vows in Hawaii.The once-commitment shy rocker and the former Playboy Playmate exchanged vows in October, 2011 and they did them all over...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 01 October 2013
Gene Simmons: We Worship Satan On Kiss Kruise
Kiss star Gene Simmons has joked the passengers on the Kiss Kruise worship Satan.The 64-year-old bassist and his bandmates Paul Stanley, Eric Singer and Tommy Thayer are set to host the third annual cruise for...
By Bang Showbiz in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 30 September 2013
Gene Simmons Ignites Fan Feud Over Michael Jackson Allegations
Legendary rocker Gene Simmons has upset Michael Jackson's fans again, after reconfirming his belief the pop star allegedly molested children.In 2011, the Kiss frontman gave credence to allegations that the King of Pop was guilty...
By WENN in Music / Festivals on 31 July 2013
Jennifer Aniston Quashes Rumours Of Engagement Trouble With Justin Theroux
Jennifer Aniston is happy to discuss the rumours surrounding her married to Justin Theroux. Appearing at a We're the Millers promotional event, she spoke to the press in order to clear any misunderstanding regarding her...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 29 July 2013
Gene Simmons Remembers Late Bandmate Eric Carr On Birthday
Gene Simmons has paid tribute to his late Kiss bandmate Eric Carr on what would have been the star's 63rd birthday.The drummer replaced original member Peter Criss following his departure in 1980 and stayed with...
By WENN on 12 July 2013
Cher Ranks Tom Cruise In Top Five Best Lovers
Cher says Tom Cruise is one of the best lovers she's ever had.The pop diva has revealed her passionate romance with the 'Oblivion' actor in the 80s was so unforgettable that she still ranks the...
By Bang Showbiz on 29 June 2013
Schoolboy Blues: Mick Jagger Wanted To Be A Teacher!
Mick Jagger considered being a teacher, a politician and a journalist. 'Start Me Up' singer revealed his early career plans during a televised interview. Speaking on the Today programme, The Rolling Stones singer said a...
By Elinor Cosgrave in Music / Festivals on 28 June 2013
Gene Simmons Can See An End To Kiss
Gene Simmons can see KISS retiring.The bass player with the 'Love Gun' shock rock group - who formed in 1973 - thinks the band will step down from music within the next decade.Speaking ahead of...
By Bang Showbiz on 03 June 2013
Gene Simmons Wants To Bring Flop Comic Jon Sable Back To Screens
Rocker Gene Simmons is eager to breathe new life into his short-lived 1980s Tv adaptation of comic book Jon Sable and revive the series for a new generation of fans.The Kiss frontman bought the rights...
By WENN on 11 May 2013
Kiss Rock Out On Sydney's Allphones Arena Stage In Their Major 2012-2013 World Tour (Photos)
KISS - Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Tommy ThayerHard rock four-piece Kiss hit Sydney, Australia midway through their expansive 2012/2013 world tour.As part of their highly anticipated tour, seventies rock band Kiss played a seminal...
By Holly Williams in Music / Festivals on 11 March 2013
Lindsay Lohan Backs Romney- To Support The Unemployed?
Lindsay Lohan's priorities have, for some years, been something of a mystery. She prioritised drinking over safe driving, she also managed to de-prioritise that odd tradition commonly known as paying-for-stuff when she stole a necklace...
By Michael West in Lifestyle / Showbiz on 12 October 2012
Gene Simmons' Daughter Wants To Make It On Her Own
Rocker Gene Simmons' daughter decided to audition for America's The X Factor because she didn't want to use her father's fame to find success.The Kiss rocker and his wife Shannon Tweed accompanied Sophie to an...
By WENN on 26 September 2012
Gene Simmons Ends Reality Show Run
Kiss rocker Gene Simmons has brought his reality TV show to an end so he can concentrate on his work with the band.The musician gave fans a glimpse into his personal life in Gene Simmons...
By WENN on 16 August 2012
Kiss Aspired To Be English
KISS ''always aspired to being English.''The US group hold the UK and its bands in high regard always wanted to be a part of the music scene there. Drummer Eric Singer said: ''We have great...
By Bang Showbiz on 06 August 2012
Gene Simmons Breaks Down Talking About Poor Childhood In Israel
Gene Simmons broke down during an emotional TV interview as he opened up about his poverty-stricken childhood in Israel.The Kiss rocker lived in the country until the age of eight, when he emigrated to the...
By WENN on 10 July 2012
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