In October, Valerie confirmed Eddie’s death and paid tribute to him on Instagram. “40 years ago my life changed forever when I met you,” she shared at the time. “You gave me the only true light in my life, our son, Wolfgang.”
“Throughout all of your challenging lung cancer treatments, you kept your beautiful spirit and that mischievous smile,” she continued. “I am very grateful to Wolfie and for being able to embrace him in his last moments. I will see you in our next life, my love.”
Wolfgang also honored his late father with a warm message of his own.
“I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning, “he wrote on Instagram.” He was the best dad I could ask for. Every moment I shared with him on and off the stage was a gift. My heart is broken and I think I will never fully recover from this loss. I love you very much, Dad. “
According to TMZ, who first reported Eddie’s death, the rock legend passed away with his wife, Janie Liszewski, on his side. The exit reported that Eddie’s brother, Alex Van Halen, and son were also around.