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Eddie Van Halen

Photo: Carl Lender, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Musician

Eddie Van Halen

Dutch-American rock guitarist (1955 to 2020)

Eddie Van Halen was born on January 26, 1955 and died on October 6, 2020, aged 65.

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Born
January 26, 1955, Amsterdam
Died
October 6, 2020
Zodiac sign
Aquarius
Country
Netherlands, United States
Known as
Musician

Official links: Official website (van-halen.com) · Instagram · X · Wikipedia

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Eddie’s birthday, by the numbers

  • Eddie Van Halen was born on a Wednesday.
  • Eddie Van Halen would have turned 71 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: July 26. Birthstone: Garnet.
  • Eddie Van Halen belongs to Baby Boomers.

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Rowan AtkinsonActor · January 6, 1955Kevin CostnerActor · January 18, 1955Gilbert GottfriedComedian · February 28, 1955Annie LennoxSinger · December 25, 1954Chris EvertTennis player · December 21, 1954Ornella MutiActor · March 9, 1955

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Frequently asked questions

When was Eddie Van Halen born?

Eddie Van Halen was born on January 26, 1955 and died on October 6, 2020, aged 65.

What is Eddie Van Halen’s zodiac sign?

Aquarius, born January 26.

Does Eddie Van Halen have an official website?

Yes: van-halen.com.