World-famous rock star Eddie Van Halen has passed away at the age of 65, his son has said.
The guitarist had been battling cancer.
Van Halen was part of the classic Van Halen line-up alongside his brother Alex, Michael Anthony on bass and David Lee Roth singing.
The band was hugely successful and has sold more than 80 million records worldwide.
In a statement shared on Twitter, Van Halen’s son, Wolfgang, said his father died on Tuesday.
He said: “I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, has lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning.
“He was the best father I could ever ask for. Every moment I’ve shared with him on and off stage was a gift.
“My heart is broken and I don’t think I’ll ever fully recover from this loss.”
Wolfgang, who became Van Halen’s bassist, added: “I love you so much, Pop.”
