"Gene Simmons Crashes in Malibu, Thanks Fans for Support After Hospitalization"

KISS Bassist Gene Simmons Hospitalized After Malibu Car Crash, Thanks Fans for Support Gene Simmons, the legendary bassist and vocalist of KISS, was hospitalized on Tuesday after being involved in a car crash in Malibu, California. According to NBC4 Los Angeles, which was the first to report the incident, Simmons' Lincoln Navigator collided with a parked car on Pacific Coast Highway. Fortunately, Simmons has made a quick recovery and is already back to work, according to his representatives. "Gene is completely fine," his wife Shannon Tweed told NBC4 Los Angeles. Simmons himself thanked fans for their kind wishes on social media, stating that he was "back to normal" and ready to get back to work. The incident occurred on Tuesday, with Simmons being hospitalized shortly thereafter. However, by Wednesday (October 8), he had already returned home and was recovering under the care of his family. A representative for KISS confirmed that Simmons is indeed back at work, despite the brief hospitalization. KISS has been touring extensively in recent years, including a series of live shows in Las Vegas. The band's latest concert, "Unmasked," took place on October 5, with Simmons taking to the stage just days after his car crash. According to eyewitnesses, the collision between Simmons' vehicle and the parked car was minor, with no serious injuries reported. However, the incident has raised concerns about road safety in Malibu, particularly along Pacific Coast Highway. While Simmons is now back on his feet, fans are still expressing concern for his well-being. "We're just glad that Gene is okay," said a spokesperson for KISS. "He's a tough guy and we know he'll bounce back from this." The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to exercise caution on the roads, particularly in areas prone to accidents like Malibu. As for Simmons' current status, his representatives confirm that he is back at work and ready to continue touring with KISS. The band's next scheduled concert is set to take place on October 12, with fans eagerly awaiting their return to the stage. In a statement, Simmons expressed gratitude to his fans for their support during this time. "I want to thank everyone who has sent me kind wishes," he said. "It means the world to me and my family." This story was compiled from reports by Billboard and Billboard.