Gene Simmons, born Chaim Witz on August 25, 1949 in Haifa, Israel, is an American bassist, singer, songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, and television personality. He is known as the co-founder and bassist of the rock band Kiss, for which he is also the occasional frontman.

The band became one of the world's biggest and most iconic, selling over 200 million records and gaining a reputation for their elaborate stage shows, extravagant costumes and facial makeup.

Gene Simmons is an iconic figure in the world of music and entertainment. His music, personality, and business success have made him one of the most recognized and influential rock stars of all time.