Sammy Hagar

Rock singer and songwriter known for Van Halen

Sammy Hagar - Rock singer and songwriter known for Van Halen
Born

October 13th, 1947
78 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Singer-songwriter and guitarist was the lead vocalist for the rock band Van Halen from 1985 to 1996 and returned for a reunion in 2003. Started a successful solo career with hits like "I Can't Drive 55." Hagar founded the Cabo Wabo Cantina in Cabo San Lucas and launched a tequila brand, Cabo Wabo Tequila. He served as a judge on the television show 'Rock & Roll Fantasy Camp' and released multiple solo albums, establishing a reputation in the music industry beyond his work with bands.

Sang lead vocals for Van Halen during their most commercially successful years

Released the hit single 'I Can't Drive 55'

Founded Cabo Wabo Tequila brand

Appeared as a judge on 'Rock & Roll Fantasy Camp'

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