Michael Sweet recently shared his thoughts on the controversy involving KISS members’ Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley’s attendance at the Kennedy Center Honors. He addressed criticism in a statement shared on Facebook.
Michael Sweet backs Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley
Sweet defended Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley against negative reactions from some fans. These fans objected to the band’s acceptance of the award from President Trump.
“I’ve seen quite a large number of negative comments on-line (some fans writing KISS off for accepting awards from the president!),” Sweet said. “And people also saying they’ll never watch another Sly movie. I will never understand that type of mentality. Ever. It’s absolutely mind blowing.”
Sweet highlighted that the award recognition should not be politicized. He said that the KISS members had legitimate reasons to attend the ceremony without facing backlash.
“I’m not diving into politics,” he continued. “I’m simply stating that had every reason to go and be awarded. Without getting hate for it. It’s got nothing to do with politics.”
