Bruce Campbell, best known for his iconic role in The Evil Dead, announced on Monday that he has been diagnosed with cancer. The 67-year-old actor shared the news on social media, describing the condition as "treatable" but not "curable."
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'Evil Dead' star Bruce Campbell revealed he has been diagnosed with cancer but described it as treatable. He announced that upcoming appearances would be canceled to prioritize treatment.
- Bruce Campbell, known for his role in 'The Evil Dead,' announces cancer diagnosis
- The actor describes the condition as treatable but not curable
- Upcoming conventions and public appearances have been canceled due to treatment priorities
- Campbell plans to tour with his new movie 'Ernie & Emma' this fall
Campbell wrote, "Hi folks, these days when someone is having a health issue it's referred to as an 'opportunity,' so let's go with that — I'm having one of those. It's also called a type of cancer that's 'treatable,' not 'curable.'" He continued, "I apologize if that's a shock — it was to me too."
The actor revealed that his upcoming professional commitments will be affected as he focuses on treatment. Campbell stated, "professionally, a few things will have to change — appearances and cons and work in general need to take back seat to treatment." He expressed regret over canceling several scheduled conventions but emphasized the importance of prioritizing his health.
Campbell earned fame for his role as Ash Williams in The Evil Dead (1981), a cult classic that helped launch director Sam Raimi's career. The low-budget horror film became one of the highest-grossing independent films of all time and established Campbell as a beloved figure in the genre.
Despite his diagnosis, Campbell remains optimistic about his recovery. He plans to tour with his new movie Ernie & Emma, which he wrote, directed, and stars in, this fall. The film revolves around themes of grief and death, reflecting Campbell's recent contemplations on mortality.
Campbell has had a prolific career spanning horror-comedies like Army of Darkness (1992) and Bubba Ho-Tep (2002), as well as appearances in mainstream films such as the Coen Brothers' The Hudsucker Proxy (1994). He also starred in all three of Raimi's Spider-Man films.
In his announcement, Campbell reassured fans that he is determined to fight the disease. "Fear not, I am a tough old son-of-a-bitch and I have great support, so I expect to be around for a while," he wrote. He concluded by expressing gratitude to his fans, stating, "As always, you're the greatest fans in the world and I hope to see you soon!"
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