Recently, David Lee Roth took to social media to announce the cancellation of all his forthcoming shows. Roth was a pivotal figure in the Van Halen siblings’ band.
The 67-year-old Van Halen member was slated to perform on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, with a total of nine shows as a farewell gesture. However, all these shows have now been called off due to the coronavirus spread. In a conversation with Las Vegas Review-Journal, Roth revealed his decision to retire, stating, “I am throwing in the shoes. I’m retiring.” This is the first and only official announcement.”
Early Years Of Van Halen Siblings
Alex Van Halen was born in 1953, while his younger brother Eddie Van Halen was born in 1955. Both brothers hail from Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Their father, a Dutch musician named Jan Van Halen, and their mother, Indonesian-born Indo Eugenia Van Beers, relocated their family to Pasadena, California in 1962.
During his youth, Eddie excelled in classical piano, winning the annual piano recital contest multiple times. While he struggled with sight reading, he gained popularity through his piano performances. In the 1960s, the brothers began creating music together, with Eddie on the drums and Alex playing the guitar.
Amidst their musical endeavors, there arose a competitive tension between the brothers, and Eddie once told Alex, “OK, you play drums and I’ll play your guitar.”
Van Halen Sibling Journey
In 1964, the Van Halen brothers formed their first band, named the ‘Broken Combs,’ and performed at family events, gradually gaining popularity.
Transitioning through various band names, they settled on ‘Van Brothers’ in 1974. The band’s music albums received high praise from their fans.
Success After David Lee Roth
From 1977 to 1985, the band worked with David Lee Roth, achieving substantial recognition and producing hit songs such as “Runnin’ with the Devil,” “Dance the Night Away,” and the album “Fair Warning.”
Alex Van Halen Net Worth
Celebrity Net Worth estimated Alex Van Halen’s net worth at $95 million, primarily earned through concerts, live events, and music releases.
Eddie Van Halen Net Worth
Eddie Van Halen’s net worth was estimated at more than $100 million, attributed to his music career and various lucrative projects.
Eddie Van Halen’s Demise
Eddie Van Halen, who battled alcoholism and drug addiction, succumbed to throat cancer on October 6, 2020, after a five-year fight. His wife also revealed that he had been dealing with lung cancer for some time.
