Edward Van Halen



First NameEddie
Middle NameLodewijk
Last NameVan Halen
Full Name at BirthEdward Lodewijk Van Halen
Other NamesEddie Van Halen
Age57
Date of BirthJanuary 26, 1955
BirthplaceAmsterdam, Netherlands
Height5' 8" (173 cm)
BuildAverage
Eye ColorHazel
Hair ColorBrown - Dark
Star SignAquarius
ReligionRoman Catholic
EthnicityMultiracial
NationalityAmerican
Occupation CategoryGuitarist
Claim to FameGuitarist & Founder Of Van Halen
FatherJan Van Halen
MotherEugenia Van Halen
Brother(s)Alex Van Halen
Other Family MembersWolfgang Van Halen (son)

Edward Lodewijk "Eddie" Van Halen (born January 26, 1955) is a Dutch-born American guitarist, keyboardist, songwriter and producer, best known as the lead guitarist and co-founder of the hard rock band Van Halen, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Eddie Van Halen is commonly known for his innovative performing and recording styles in blues-based rock, tapping, intense solos and high frequency feedback; he is also known for energetic and acrobatic stage performances. The All Music Guide has described him as "Second to only Jimi Hendrix...undoubtedly one of the most influential, original, and talented rock guitarists of the 20th century.". He is ranked 70th on the Rolling Stone list of Top 100 guitarists.


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Filmography

Selected Edward Van Halen film and TV show credits:


Acting Credits

2003
Eddie Van Halen

1993
Cafe Americain
Street Musician

1993
Hank

Composer Credits

1984
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Soundtrack Credits

2009
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2009
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2008
Op zoek naar Joseph
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2007
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2005
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2004
I'm Sammy Hagar
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2003
High Chaparall
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2000
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1999
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1999
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1999
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1999
Olympic Glory
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1998
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1997
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1996
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1994
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1987
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1984
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1980
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