Hagar Invites Roth to Vegas
David Lee Roth Cancels Tour Dates; Sammy Hagar Extends Vegas Stage Invitation
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Roth canceled five tour dates (Dillon Amphitheatre on July 23; Louisville on July 28; East Moline on July 31; Lincoln on August 14; Laughlin on September 5), leaving only Buffalo Chip's Sturgis appearance on August 7 on the schedule.
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Ticket-holders for the canceled shows were told they would be automatically refunded, according to Dillon Amphitheatre.
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Sammy Hagar’s heartfelt video to Roth included a direct personal message—acknowledging the cancellations, offering concern for Roth's health, and stressing that ‘you and I … cannot be replaced’ while telling Roth to carry on with Mike and the others’ support.
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Hagar’s Las Vegas residency is billed as the ‘Best of All Worlds’ on Dolby Live at Park MGM, with Michael Anthony and Joe Satriani in the lineup, and Roth was explicitly invited to join on stage during the run.
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The invitation for Roth to perform with Hagar in Las Vegas signals a potential on‑stage collaboration and represents a rare public display of camaraderie between former Van Halen members amid years of tensions.
David Lee Roth has canceled five of his six remaining U.S. tour dates, leaving only a single August 7 appearance at the Buffalo Chip in Sturgis, South Dakota, according to Guitar World. No official reason was given for the cancellations — not low ticket sales, not a health issue, nothing. Ticket-holders for the dropped shows will receive automatic refunds, Guitar World reports.
The abrupt pullback drew a warm and very public response from Sammy Hagar, Roth's longtime rival and fellow Van Halen singer. Hagar posted a heartfelt video message saying, "From the bottom of my heart, I'm sorry. I hope you're well. I hope there's not a physical problem," according to Guitar Player.
Five Shows Canceled, One Lone Date Remains
Roth dropped shows at five venues across the country. The canceled dates include July 23 at Dillon Amphitheatre, July 28 in Louisville, July 31 in East Moline, August 14 in Lincoln, and September 5 in Laughlin, according to Consequence. That wipes out nearly his entire schedule in one move.
The Dillon Amphitheatre confirmed that ticket-holders would be automatically refunded, according to Guitar World. Roth has not made any public statement explaining the decision. His only remaining show is the Sturgis, South Dakota date on August 7.
Hagar Breaks with Old Tensions to Offer Support
Hagar and Roth have traded barbs for decades as the two voices of Van Halen. That made Hagar's video message stand out. He told Roth directly that "you and I cannot be replaced," urging his former rival to carry on when ready, according to Guitar Player.
Bassist Michael Anthony, who played with both singers in Van Halen, echoed Hagar's message of support. Guitar World notes that both men stressed the original band members hold a unique place in rock history — one that no one else can fill.
Hagar Invites Roth on Stage in Las Vegas
Hagar went a step further than kind words. He invited Roth to join him on stage during his Las Vegas residency, called "Best of All Worlds," at Dolby Live at Park MGM, according to KOOL FM. The residency also features Michael Anthony and guitarist Joe Satriani.
A live appearance together would be a rare moment. The two singers have rarely shared a stage, and their relationship has been defined more by rivalry than teamwork. Guitar Player framed the invite as an "unexpected" gesture from Hagar.
Roth's 2025 Return Already Marked by Uncertainty
Roth had only recently returned to touring in 2025 after years away from the road. His comeback was already being watched closely by Van Halen fans. The mass cancellations have now cast doubt on whether that comeback will continue, according to KBAT.
Whether Roth accepts Hagar's Las Vegas offer remains unknown. But the public show of support from his old rival — and from Michael Anthony — signals that the door is open. Fans hoping to see Roth perform still have the Sturgis date on August 7 to hold onto.
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