Eddie Van Halen’s ex-wife Valerie Bertinelli has dismissed reports the veteran guitarist has checked into rehab.

Actress Bertinelli refuses to reveal what Van Halen is suffering from, but insists the former alcoholic and cancer survivor isn’t receiving medical care in a substance abuse clinic, as reported.

She says, "Eddie is sober. He’s being proactive about his illness." Rockers Van Halen put their reunion tour on hold this week to allow the 53-year-old time to "continue medical tests to define a course of treatment".

All Van Halen dates have been postponed until 19 April (08).