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KISS's Gene Simmons Recovers After Fainting-Induced SUV Crash

KISS co-founder Gene Simmons is recovering after fainting and crashing his SUV on California's Pacific Coast Highway. He was hospitalized, released, and thanked fans.

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  • KISS co-founder Gene Simmons fainted while driving his SUV on California's Pacific Coast Highway, leading to a collision with a parked car.
  • The incident resulted in Simmons being hospitalized in Malibu for observation and treatment following the crash.
  • His wife, Shannon Tweed, confirmed doctors adjusted his medication and advised increased water intake, suggesting these factors might have contributed to his fainting.
  • Simmons was evaluated at the hospital and subsequently released, now recovering at home after the incident.
  • Gene Simmons expressed his sincere gratitude to fans for their kind wishes and support during his recovery from the SUV crash.
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Center-leaning sources cover the story neutrally, focusing on the factual details of Gene Simmons' car crash and his subsequent statement. They avoid loaded language or selective emphasis, presenting a straightforward account of the incident and his recovery, relying on official reports and Simmons' own words.

"Simmons posted on social media that he was doing well."

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"Simmons posted on social media that he was doing well."

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"Gene Simmons has spoken out after reports surfaced that he was involved in a car crash in Malibu, California."

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Gene Simmons fainted due to factors including his medication, which was later adjusted by doctors, and advised increased water intake, suggesting dehydration or medication side effects contributed to the fainting.

No serious injuries were reported; Gene Simmons was hospitalized for observation and treatment but was evaluated and released to recover at home.

The crash occurred on California's Pacific Coast Highway when Simmons fainted while driving and collided with a parked car.

Gene Simmons expressed sincere gratitude to his fans for their kind wishes and support during his recovery.

He was hospitalized for observation and treatment in Malibu, where doctors adjusted his medication and recommended increased water intake.

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