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'Evil Dead' star Bruce Campbell reveals incurable cancer diagnosis
By Janelle Ash
Published March 03, 2026
"The Evil Dead" star Bruce Campbell announced he's been diagnosed with cancer and will be canceling upcoming appearances.
On Monday night, Campbell took to X to share that he has a "treatable" but not "curable" type of cancer. "I apologize if that was a shock — it was for me too," he wrote.
"I’m posting this, because professionally, a few things will have to change — appearances and cons and work in general need to take [a] back seat to treatment," Campbell continued.
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"The Evil Dead" star Bruce Campbell shared that he was diagnosed with cancer. (Getty Images)
The horror star said he hopes to be well by the summer so he can tour with his comedy movie, "Ernie & Emma," this fall.
"There are several cons this year summer that I have to cancel," he continued. "Big regrets on my part. Treatment needs and professional obligations don't always go hand-in-hand."
Campbell kept the rest of his message short and sweet, explaining that he's "not trying to enlist sympathy — or advice."
"I just want to get ahead of this information in case false information gets out (which it will). Fear not, I am a tough old son-of-a-b---- and I have great support, so I expect to be around a while. As always, you’re the greatest fans in the world and I hope to see you soon!" Campbell concluded.
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Campbell explained that his type of cancer is "treatable" but not "curable." (Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images for Sony)
The star is best known for his role as Ash Williams in the 1981 classic "The Evil Dead." Beyond horror, Campbell has appeared in a number of TV shows, including "Burn Notice," "Hercules: The Legendary Journeys" and "Xena: Warrior Princess."
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Campbell concluded his message by assuring his fans that "I expect to be around a while." (Vincent Sandoval/Getty Images)
He is also known for frequent collaborations and cameo appearances in Sam Raimi projects, including the "Spider-Man" films.
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