No, Michael Anthony did not have the opportunity to reconcile his past differences with Eddie Van Halen before the guitarist's passing.
The Unsettled Differences
Prior to Eddie Van Halen's death, Michael Anthony stated that he and Eddie "never had a chance to really settle any differences that we had in the past." This indicates that a meaningful, reconciliatory conversation or resolution of their long-standing issues did not occur between the two former bandmates. Their relationship, especially after Anthony's departure from Van Halen, was complex, and unfortunately, a final dialogue to mend their fences never took place.
Finding Closure Posthumously
Despite the lack of a direct reconciliation with Eddie, Michael Anthony was able to find a form of closure later. In late 2023, he attended a concert by Mammoth WVH, the band led by Eddie's son, Wolfgang Van Halen. This event provided Anthony with a sense of peace and a way to connect with Eddie's family and legacy, even without a direct conversation with Eddie himself.
