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Evil Dead Star Bruce Campbell's Cancer Diagnosis
3 Mar
Summary
- Bruce Campbell announced his cancer diagnosis as a treatable, not curable, 'opportunity'.
- He is canceling appearances to focus on treatment and recovery this summer.
- Campbell plans to tour for his new movie 'Ernie & Emma' this fall.
Actor Bruce Campbell, widely recognized for his iconic role as Ash Williams in "The Evil Dead" franchise, has publicly shared that he has been diagnosed with cancer. Campbell referred to his health situation as an "opportunity," specifying it as a type of cancer that is "treatable" but not "curable."
Campbell announced that his professional obligations will need to take a backseat to his treatment. He is canceling several convention appearances scheduled for the summer. This decision is to allow him to focus on recovering and getting as well as possible.
The actor expressed his apologies for any inconvenience caused by these cancellations. He aims to be well enough by the fall to tour and promote his new movie, "Ernie & Emma," a road-trip comedy he wrote, directed, and starred in. Campbell also noted his intention to stay strong during this period.
Known for his roles in "The Adventures of Brisco County Jr.," "Xena: Warrior Princess," and "Burn Notice," Campbell has a history of choosing complex characters. He expressed excitement about playing a "scumbag" in AMC's "Lodge 49" due to his preference for flawed characters over conventionally heroic ones.
