Expert: Andrea Murphy Date: 4/3/2008 Subject: is eddie van halen hooked on drugs
Question lately ive been hearing that now hes gotten hooked on cocaine is that true?
Answer Hi Amir,
I have no way of knowing for sure. I know he has done cocaine through the 80s - early 2000s. Valerie admitted that much in her new book. Eddie has gone through rehab and claims to be sober. With the tour postponement, there have been rumors about his cancer returning, drug use, a fight with Wolfgang, drinking, etc... I heard one item about him having some issues with hearing loss, and needed some doctor's treatment.
I hope he's not hooked on anything these days, but he has been trying to kick alcohol and drugs since the mid 80s. Many stops and starts. I always have my fingers crossed in hopes he kicks the habits and wish him luck. Hopefully he really is sober and drug free for good this time.
