Eddie Van Halen passed away at Santa Monica Hospital in California surrounded by his son Wolfgang, brother Alex and wife Janie.Eddie Van Halen’s son and band mate, Wolfgang, initially broke the devastating news, confirming his dad had lost his “lost his long and arduous battle with cancer.”Wolfgang 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. My heart is broken and I don't think I'll ever fully recover from this loss.
I love you so much, Pop."Testament to Eddie Van Halen’s god-like status, since the news broke this evening countless stars from across the rock world have paid tribute to him.Eddie Van Halen’s former band mate Sammy Hagar said: “Heartbroken and speechless..
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