Eddie Van Halen Checks Into Rehab

46. Ed, all of your fans are pulling for you..You're the greatest guitarist ever. I can't wait to see you on stage with Alex, Dave, and Wolfie. It takes a lot of guts to go into rehab. Hang tough man and stay strong. (You can do it)..

Posted at 2:39AM on Mar 9th 2007 by Stevie

47. Eddie you are a jerk.
you broke up one of the best rock bands in history because you could not stand the fact that Dave got more attention then you.
and your marriage to one of the most beautiful t.v. personalities failed because of your stupid alcoholic behavior and hatred.
while your in rehab see if they can help you get an attitude adjustment.
to think I really liked you at one time.
don't worry I am still a big Van Halen fan and always will be.
I will just never think of YOU the same way again.

Posted at 6:40AM on Mar 9th 2007 by debra

48. Be good Eddie, I have always liked your band. I've seen Van Halen 4 times in concert and you guys can sure do a show! I pray for you Eddie, addictions are a diesese.(I'm sure I spelled that wrong, but you know what I meant) Love and prayers from the Hysell family.

Posted at 7:07AM on Mar 9th 2007 by Tammy

49. In response to some other comments:

Yes, it's probably an old picture, because I've seen him look much more old and toothless than that in other pictures recently.

But, yes, I think he still smokes. In an interview, Valerie said that's why she divorced him. When he didn't quit smoking after surviving cancer, she said she just couldn't take it anymore.

Posted at 7:17AM on Mar 9th 2007 by Chris Andra

50. Take one down...pass it around...

Posted at 7:28AM on Mar 9th 2007 by Baboo

51. Good Luck Ed,my prayers are with you.

God Bless and thanks ;)

Posted at 7:21AM on Mar 9th 2007 by vh fan 4 ever

52. God Bless you Ed, I have been a fan since High School in the late 70's. You are a legend! I wish you all the luck with the rehab. Be strong...We want you back!

Posted at 8:37AM on Mar 9th 2007 by Laurie

53. Please, honey, save the ignorant comments.

DLR was the one who was jealous of Ed. Anyway, in a divorce, there are two sides to every story.

Ed is still one of the most talented guitarists to come out of the 20th century. If you didn't play guitar in the late 70s or early to mid-80s, you may never understand his impact.

Posted at 9:14AM on Mar 9th 2007 by To Debra

54. he looks so bad!

Posted at 9:15AM on Mar 9th 2007 by sasha

55. Good luck, Eddie! One of the best guitarists in history! Keep on rocking!

Posted at 9:59AM on Mar 9th 2007 by Ledbetter1212

56. Truth:
Eddie still smokes.
Eddie did beat cancer, blamed it on metal pics he use to put in his mouth, ya right
He kicked Michael Anthony out of VH so his kid could play bass, Wolfie
David Lee Roth will not be at the HOF, he's pissed they won't let him perform, thank god!
Only Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony will attend, along with some Cabo Wabo
VH will not be performing, thats to bad, but its Eddie's fault
Good Luck to Eddie, its long overdue, he was drinking heavily during the 2004 reunion, messed up the tour.
peace
Scott Caboman

Posted at 10:16AM on Mar 9th 2007 by Cabo Man

57. Thank God..... Edward has finally taken the first step.
It has been way overdue for him to see the light and to have the will to change and safe himself.
It truly has been painful for us to see him struggle with his vices.
Underneath it all he is a wonderful person and deserves a much better life; with true and caring friends, family and maybe even Love.
Ed, I hope you will find what you are looking for and i choose to agree with Robert Lombard.... that nothing in 2005 was done maliciously but a direct result of your struggle.
Wishing you all the best Edward Love Light and Reiki
Angelgirl
angelgirl

Posted at 10:44AM on Mar 9th 2007 by Angelgirl69

58. Obviously, its great to see a guy trying to get his shit together. Successful rehab, however, is no guarantee of "re-addiction" to making great music. I think the example of how lousy Eric Clapton became after he cleaned up is an omnous sign. Eric, do us a favor and start rockin' the spike again; you owe your fans!

Posted at 1:19PM on Mar 9th 2007 by seanman

59. Glad to see you are going to straighten everything out. You changed guitar playing with your great skills.You look great for fifty still got all your hair. Do what you think is right with Van Halen without you their is no Van Halen. I saw DLR in vegas at the Mandalay Bay in summer of 2006. IT was sad all he did was Van Halen songs for about 500 people at the house of blues.I still enjoyed it thou cause they were Van Halen songs.Sammy David Mike Wolfie whatever just keep Van Halen going cause your Van halen Thanks Ray Delgadillo

Posted at 12:13PM on Mar 9th 2007 by ray delgadillo

60. Thanks Chris for the info. Maybe he can get a new liver, too. Combine that with having half a mouth and aging so gracefully...what a catch!

Posted at 12:14PM on Mar 9th 2007 by aliendogfear