Eddie Van Halen Dies at 65: Valerie Bertinelli, Gene Simmons and More Celebs React
Van Halen cofounder Eddie Van Halen, who died at age 65 on Tuesday, October 6, after a long battle with throat cancer.The rock legend’s son, Wolfgang Van Halen, confirmed his passing, writing, “I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, has lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning.”Wolfgang, 29, who joined his father’s band in 2006 as the bassist, added: “He was the best father I could ever ask for. Every moment I’ve shared with him on and off stage was a gift.