Wolfgang made it clear that he “does not want to start some kind of hate parade here”, however, he felt it was right to “explain my side”.
“I know that Pop would probably just laugh and say ‘Ehh who cares? He was just about the music anyway. The rest didn’t matter, “wrote the guitarist, adding,” I would love to have the opportunity to speak to The Recording Academy not just about my father’s legacy, but the legacy of the Rock genre in the future. Thanks. “
After a long battle with throat cancer, Eddie Van Halen passed away on October 6, 2020.
The late star’s son confirmed the painful news on social media, sharing: “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 was the best father I could ask for,” continued Wolfgang’s statement. “Every moment I shared with him on and off the stage was a gift. My heart is broken and I don’t think I will fully recover from that loss. I love you very much, Daddy.”