Bruce Campbell Says Doctors Estimate He Has About Five Years Remaining
Actor Bruce Campbell disclosed that a recent medical prognosis gives him an estimated five-year life expectancy, and he plans to continue working on his new film rather than focus on his illness.
Actor Bruce Campbell told host Adam Carolla on a September 3 episode of "The Adam Carolla Show" that doctors expect he has roughly five years left to live, though he declined to identify the type of cancer. He said he intends to "live with it, not die from it" and will avoid extensive research into his condition.
Campbell said he will concentrate on promoting his upcoming independent dramedy "Ernie & Emma," which he wrote, directed, produced and stars in, adding that he feels "perfect" and does not plan to let the illness halt his activities. He described cancer as "treatable, not curable" in a March social-media statement and noted that treatment may require adjustments to appearances, conventions and other work commitments.
The film follows a small-town pear salesman on a reflective journey involving his late wife's ashes, according to its synopsis.