'Goodwill' lover Gene Simmons

09-06-2008 06:00

Gene Simmons says it would be "rude" not to sleep with groupies.The KISS frontman sees himself as a "Good Samaritan" because he boosts his female fans' confidence by showering them with attention.He said: "Think of me as a goodwill ambassador. The poor girls spend hours putting on their make-up and their perfume. "How rude would it be if that got ignored? Otherwise, they'll feel their self-esteem lower. You don't want that happening. I'm a Good Samaritan. It's my good-natured side."The singer - famed for his outrageous costumes and make-up - also said he is willing to stay in character when he is in the bedroom.When asked if he keeps his costume on in private, he teased: "It depends what the ladies like."KISS are set to play at the Download festival in Derby, North England, this month.