Alex Van Halen

Drummer
BIRTHDAY
May 8,1953
Birthplace
Netherlands
Age
68 years old
Birth Sign
Taurus
BIRTHDAY
May 8,1953 (age 68)
Birthplace
Netherlands

About

Founding member and drummer of the rock band Van Halen. He formed the band in 1974 with his brother Eddie, Michael Anthony, and David Lee Roth.

Before Fame

His first band, The Broken Combs, assembled when he was in fourth grade. He later attended Pasadena City College.

Trivia

He has stated that drummer Buddy Rich made a lifelong impact on his pursuit of music. 

Family Life

His brother, Eddie Van Halen, was another founding member and the lead guitarist of their band. He has been married three times, most recently to Stine Schyberg in 2000. He has fathered three children.

Associated With

He has cited Keith Moon as one of his greatest influences.