Eddie Van Halen Loses Cancer Battle -- Dead at 65

Eddie Van Halen Loses Cancer Battle -- Dead at 65

It is a sad day in the Rock n Roll community, as we just found out that Eddie Van Halen has been pronounced dead.

Eddie Van Halen, legendary guitarist of the group, 'Van Halen" is dead after decade-long battle with cancer.

It was discovered many years ago, that he had developed throat cancer, and had been flying oversees for various treatments. More details at TMZ.com.