American musician Gene Simmons is causing a stir with his recent appearance on Dancing with the Stars as a guest judge. Fans of the legendary KISS bassist are just as curious about his personal life as they are about his musical career. Questions often arise about his wife, Shannon Tweed, her profession and the couple's long-term relationship.
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So, who is Gene Simmons' wife, Shannon Tweed, and how did the couple's love story unfold? Here's everything you need to know about their relationship.
Gene Simmons is married to Shannon Tweed, a relationship that has lasted for decades.
Gene Simmons' wife was born in Newfoundland and raised in Saskatoon with her six siblings. Despite a difficult childhood, Tweed rose to fame in the early 1980s. The couple and their two children starred in the reality television show Gene Simmons Family Jewels. The series aired for seven seasons on A&E.