Julia Roberts broke down in tears at the passing of lead guitarist Ace Frehley, calling him “a truly unique person” and “a poet in rhythm.” The legendary actor said the world had lost a guitarist who could heal the soul. Fans recalled the two having long conversations about faith, art, and grief — now Julia says she still can’t believe he’s gone. “Rest in melody, my friend,” she wrote, as tributes poured in from around the world. N

In a heartbreaking statement that left fans in tears, Julia Roberts opened up about the devastating loss of legendary KISS guitarist Ace Frehley, describing him as “a truly unique person” and “a poet in rhythm.” The actress, known for her warmth and grace, spoke through tears as she remembered their deep and unlikely friendship — one built on music, art, and quiet understanding.

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According to sources close to Julia, the two shared a surprising bond that stretched far beyond Hollywood and rock fame. They often spent hours talking about faith, art, and the meaning of pain — subjects both felt deeply connected to. “He had this rare ability to make silence feel like music,” Julia once said in an earlier interview. “You didn’t have to talk much around him — he just understood.

Upon hearing of Ace’s death, Julia reportedly broke down during a private event in Los Angeles. Witnesses say she remained silent for several minutes before whispering, “He could heal souls with his sound.” Later that evening, she took to social media to post a short but powerful tribute: “Rest in melody, my friend. You made the world sing.”

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Fans from both the film and music worlds quickly flooded social media with messages of love and grief. “Seeing Julia Roberts speak about Ace like that just shows how deeply he touched people,” one fan wrote. Others shared clips of Ace’s legendary performances, calling him “a soul the universe wasn’t ready to lose.”

Friends close to the actress say she’s been struggling to come to terms with his passing, revisiting old notes and letters they once exchanged. “He reminded her that creativity isn’t about perfection — it’s about honesty,” one insider said. “That’s why she’s taking this loss so personally.”

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Now, as tributes pour in from musicians and fans around the world, Julia’s words seem to capture what so many feel: that Ace Frehley wasn’t just a guitarist — he was a language of emotion. And for Julia Roberts, his melody will never fade.