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Sammy Hagar responded to Alex Van Halen’s recent insult by demanding a public explanation for the drummer’s refusal to acknowledge their shared history. Hagar argued that Van Halen’s silence erases a commercially successful era, while Van Halen maintains that the band’s peak occurred only with original singer David Lee Roth.
Alex Van Halen has reignited his long-standing feud with Sammy Hagar by calling him a 'complete idiot' and refusing to read his 2011 autobiography, Red. In an interview with Brazil’s Roadie Crew magazine, the recently knighted drummer praised David Lee Roth’s memoir but dismissed Hagar’s account of the band’s history. This latest exchange highlights the deep-seated tension between the two former Van Halen frontmen, contrasting Alex’s high regard for Roth with his contempt for Hagar.
Alex Van Halen has reignited his long-standing dispute with Sammy Hagar by calling the singer a 'complete idiot' in a recent interview with Brazilian magazine Roadie Crew. While Van Halen praised David Lee Roth’s autobiography as entertaining, he refused to read Hagar’s 2011 memoir, Red. The conflict stems from Hagar’s 2024 criticism of Van Halen’s autobiography, Brothers, and his ongoing Best of All Worlds tour, which Van Halen claims does not do the band justice. Hagar has previously suggested Van Halen is unable to play drums, though he recently expressed a desire to leave the matter alone.
Sammy Hagar publicly reached out to David Lee Roth with heartfelt support after Roth’s July tour dates in Colorado, Iowa, Kentucky and Illinois were abruptly canceled with no reason given; Hagar apologized and encouraged Roth to take care, while Roth has not publicly addressed the cancellations. Remaining August/September dates remain on sale and a Sturgis show is still listed, and Hagar even invited Roth to join their Las Vegas residency, signaling a possible softening in their longtime feud.
Sammy Hagar released a heartfelt message to David Lee Roth after Roth’s remaining summer tour dates were canceled (save for the August 7 Sturgis show), offering sympathy, praising Roth for keeping Van Halen’s music alive, and inviting him to join Hagar’s Las Vegas residency; Roth had already returned to performing in 2025–26, and no reason for the cancellations was provided.
David Lee Roth has abruptly canceled the remainder of his North American tour, scrapping all upcoming dates except the August 7 show at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally; Sammy Hagar responded with a video message expressing support and inviting Roth to join his Las Vegas residency, a gesture aiming to keep the Van Halen legacy alive as Hagar’s Best of All Worlds band gears up for the Vegas run.
David Lee Roth came out to duet with Teddy Swims on Jump at Stagecoach 2026, continuing their Coachella crossover moments. Roth called the performance a “45 mph summer ride” and reflected on how rock culture has evolved since his Van Halen days, while the duo electrified a dusty desert crowd with the classic hit.
David Lee Roth made a surprise Coachella appearance, joining Teddy Swims to perform Jump, then offered a playful backstage interview where he riffs on his name as an anagram, the festival’s free-spirited, rule-free vibe, and Van Halen’s legacy.
A countdown of Van Halen albums featuring David Lee Roth, ranked from 12 to 1, highlighting the Roth era's peak with the debut and 1984, while noting uneven moments across the mid- and late-80s releases.
Sammy Hagar paid tribute on Instagram to Grateful Dead co‑founder Bob Weir, who died Jan. 10 at 78 after battling cancer and lung problems. Hagar noted they were born two days apart (Hagar: Oct 13, 1947; Weir: Oct 16, 1947), recalled their shared moment performing “Loose Lucy,” and spoke of Weir as an elder and wise friend. Both men are Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, and Hagar continues to perform with his Best of Both Worlds band.
Sammy Hagar claims he was falsely portrayed as leaving Van Halen voluntarily, asserting he was pushed out and unfairly criticized by Eddie Van Halen, which caused ongoing tension and public disputes about their breakup.
Eddie Van Halen's iconic 1982 Kramer guitar, featured in his band Van Halen and a TV ad, will be auctioned for the first time in October, expected to fetch $2-3 million, with its public display marking the first in 40 years.
Sammy Hagar expressed his desire to reconcile with Alex Van Halen, stating he doesn't want to take their estrangement to his grave. Hagar, who is planning a Las Vegas residency featuring Van Halen classics, has also collaborated with Joe Satriani on a new song paying tribute to Eddie Van Halen. Despite past tensions, Hagar hopes to mend his relationship with Alex, emphasizing the importance of friendship over performing together.
Wolfgang Van Halen responds to David Lee Roth's previous rant, stating that he feels targeted by Roth's anger now that his father, Eddie Van Halen, is no longer alive. Roth had accused Wolfgang of nepotism and seeking attention on stage, but Wolfgang refutes these claims, asserting that Roth is full of crap. The ongoing feud between the two continues, with Wolfgang expressing his frustration at being dragged into the family drama.
Wolfgang Van Halen responds to David Lee Roth's disparaging remarks, suggesting that Roth is targeting him because his father, Eddie Van Halen, is no longer alive. Roth had claimed to have written "Eruption" and come up with the Frankenstein Strat, both of which are attributed to Eddie. Wolfgang, who played with Van Halen for years, expressed his reluctance to reunite with the band following his father's passing. Roth had accused Wolfgang of nepotism and recounted incidents where he felt disrespected by him during performances.