Alexander Arthur Van Halen, commonly known as Alex Van Halen, was a legendary American drummer and co-founder of the iconic rock band Van Halen.
His innovative drumming style, driving rhythms and unique sound have played a key role in shaping the band’s energetic and explosive music, captivating audiences around the world.
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- Full name: Alexander Arthur Van Halen
- Stage name: Alex Van Halen
- Date of birth: May 8, 1953
- Age: 71 years old
- Birthplace: Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Nationality: United States
- Occupation: Musician and drummer
- Height: 1.83m
- Parents: Jan Van Halen and Eugenia Van Halen
- Siblings: Eddie Van Halen
- Spouses: Valeri Kendall (m. 1983–1983), Kelly Van Halen (m. 1984–1996), Stine Schyberg (m. 2000) marry)
- Children: Aric Van Halen and Malcolm Van Halen
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $95 million
early life and education
Alexander Van Halen was born on May 8, 1953 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Alex was raised by his parents Jan Van Halen and Eugenia Van Halen, along with his brother Eddie Van Halen grew up and later co-founded the iconic band Van Halen with Eddie Van Halen. He graduated from Pasadena High School. Alex is multiracial and of Christian faith.
Profession
As co-founder and drummer of the legendary band Van Halen, Alex Van Halen played an important role in shaping the band’s unique hard rock sound. His musical journey began early when he developed a keen interest in drumming, which led him to form the band Mammoth in 1972 with his brother Eddie Van Halen, which later became the iconic Van Halen. With the addition of vocalist David Lee Roth and bassist Michael Anthony, the band rose to prominence in the 1970s and 1980s.
Alex’s drumming style was marked by the explosive energy, complex rhythms and innovative use of double bass drums that became hallmarks of the Van Halen sound. His signature “brown voice” on the snare drum perfectly complemented Eddie’s guitar work, contributing to some of the band’s most iconic hits, including Outbreak/You really got me and Jump.
Awards and nominations
- Grammy Awards
- MTV Video Music Awards
social media
- Instagram account: @AlexVanHalenOfficial
- Facebook: Alex Van Halen
- Twitter account: @alexvanhalen
personal life
Alex Van Halen was married three times. His first marriage was to Valeri Kendall in 1983, but they divorced the same year. In 1984, he married for the second time, Kelly Van Halen, and gave birth to their son, Aric Van Halen. The couple divorced in 1996. Alex is currently married to Stine Schyberg since 2000 and has a son named Malcolm Van Halen.
discography
- 1984
- van halen ii
- dirt (2022 remastered version)
- van halen
- OU812 (2023 remastered version)
net worth
Over the course of his illustrious career, Alex Van Halen has accumulated a net worth of $95 million. As Van Halen’s co-founder and drummer, his contributions have been instrumental in the band’s global success and longevity.
