Overview
- The studio fall caused a skull fracture, a subdural hematoma and a stroke, according to the Morris County medical examiner.
- Despite surgery, he died after his family decided to remove life support.
- Officials classified the death as an accident.
- KISS cofounders and close friends held a private tribute, as noted in a memorial post by radio host Eddie Trunk.
- Reports now list Oct. 16 as the date of death, though earlier coverage cited Oct. 17.