In a statement shared on social media on Monday, veteran actor Bruce Campbell told his followers that he had been diagnosed with a type of cancer that is “treatable not curable.”
The 67-year-old actor, who is well-known for his roles in cult horror movies and for calling himself a “B-movie actor,” sent a thorough message on X addressing the diagnosis. “Hi folks, these days, when someone is having a health issue, it’s referred to as a ‘opportunity,’ so let’s go with that — I’m having one of those,” he wrote at the beginning. Another name for it is a form of cancer that is “treatable” rather than “curable.” I’m sorry if that surprised you; it did for me as well.
Campbell stated that he will need to modify his work obligations in the upcoming months due to the illness. “The good news is that I won’t elaborate more. Professionally, a few things will need to alter, including appearances and [fan conventions], and therapy must take precedence over work in general. This is why I’m posting this. In order to tour with my new film Ernie & Emma this autumn, I intend to do as well as I can throughout the summer.
He emphasized that he was disseminating the information proactively as he wrapped up his statement. That’s all. I just want to be ahead of this information in case false information spreads, which it will. I’m not trying to get compassion or advise. Don’t worry, I’ll be around for a long time since I’m a tough old son-of-a-bitch with excellent support. You are the world’s best fans as always, and I hope to see you soon!”
Campbell became well-known after working with filmmaker Sam Raimi on the iconic horror movie The Evil Dead in 1981. He then played Ash Williams again in the television spin-off Ash vs. Evil Dead, as well as in the sequels Evil Dead II and Army of Darkness.
Apart from his performance in the horror franchise, Campbell starred in the 2002 movie Bubba Ho-tep and made brief appearances in Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy. In his 2002 memoirs If Chins Could Kill: Confessions of a B Movie Actor, he also described his experiences in Hollywood.
Campbell said he intended to concentrate on therapy over the summer with intentions to resume promotional efforts later in the year, but he did not disclose any other medical details.
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