Eddie Van Halen, rock guitar god, dead of throat cancer at 65
Musician Eddie Van Halen has died. He was 65.
The iconic guitarist and founder of his eponymous rock band lost his battle with throat cancer. Van Halen’s son Wolfgang shared a touching memorial to his father on Tuesday, confirming the heartbreaking news.
“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. He was the best father I could ever ask for. Every moment I’ve shared with him on and off stage was a gift,” said Wolfgang, 29, who was the band’s bassist since 2006.
“My heart is broken and I don’t think I’ll ever fully recover from this loss. I love you so much, Pop.” ...
Eddie's made his final Jump.
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