Originally hailing from the Bronx in New York, Ace was born Paul Daniel Frehley. He later became affectionately known as the "Spaceman" of rock music pioneers KISS for his out-of-this world persona, makeup and wardrobe.

KISS bandmates Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, as well as Bret Michaels and Mike McCready, are among those paying tribute to rock icon Ace Frehley.

UCR spoke to Ace Frehley numerous times over the years. Here are some of our favorite Spaceman moments from those conversations.