Kiss

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Controversial behavior Controversial statements Sexual abuse allegation
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Genre
Rock ›Glam rock ›Hard rock
Country
United States

Findings

When Description Source
2017 Gene Simmons was sued by a radio broadcaster who alleged unwanted sexual touching, sexual innuendo and an unwanted physical gesture during an interview. Simmons denied the allegations. The lawsuit was later settled, with the terms undisclosed. Source
2018 A woman sued Simmons, alleging that he forcefully placed his hand over her vagina while she was working at his Rock & Brews restaurant. The complaint also alleged sexually inappropriate behavior toward other women. Simmons did not admit the allegations. Source
2017 Simmons was also banned from Fox News after reportedly exposing his torso to staff and making lewd and sexist comments. Source
2004 Simmons described Islam as a "vile culture" and made broad claims about Muslim women and Muslims wanting to impose their culture on Western societies. He subsequently clarified that he was referring specifically to Islamic extremists. Source
2011 KISS supported the Wounded Warrior Project, including donating $1 from every ticket on a tour and incorporating fundraising/awareness into the shows. Gene Simmons also personally raised funds and awareness for wounded veterans. Source

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