Former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick recently dropped a health update revealing he underwent heart valve replacement surgery.
Taking to X, the musician provided details regarding his successful procedure and current recovery status in his social media statement.
“Heart valve replacement surgery was a success! On the road to recovery, taking it one step at a time,” Kulick said. “Grateful for my Heart Surgeon and his staff. And special thanks to Lisa for her love and support.”
Heart valve replacement surgery was a success!
On the road to recovery, taking it one step at a time. Grateful for my Heart Surgeon and his staff. And special thanks to Lisa for her love and support.— Bruce Kulick (@brucekulick) April 22, 2026
Kulick had served as KISS’s lead guitarist from 1984 to 1996. He currently seems to be in good spirits as he focuses on his recovery process.
Gene Simmons reacts
Gene Simmons then sent a message to Kulick after his health update and wrote, “Go Bruce, Go. With Lisa by your side, you can lick anything. You know we’re all rooting for you. And can’t wait for you and Lisa to cook up a new batch of pancakes for all of us.”
Go Bruce, Go. With Lisa by your side, you can lick anything. You know we’re all rooting for you. And can’t wait for you and Lisa to cook up a new batch of pancakes for all of us. 🤟😎 https://t.co/yOBmfPOfp6
— Gene Simmons (@genesimmons) April 23, 2026
Kulick’s situation reflects a growing trend of musicians successfully returning to their careers after heart procedures. The recovery timeline for heart valve replacement has improved significantly with modern surgical techniques. This offers hope for performers facing similar health challenges.
