Actor Bruce Campbell Says He Has About Five Years Following Cancer Diagnosis

Bruce Campbell, best known for his role in the "Evil Dead" series, told listeners on "The Adam Carolla Show" that doctors have given him a five-year prognosis for a cancer that is treatable but not curable. He declined to specify the cancer type, noting that the diagnosis was a surprise to him as well.

Campbell said the condition will require him to prioritize treatment over some professional commitments, but he plans to complete work on his upcoming film "Ernie & Emma" and promote it this fall. "I’m moving on. I got a movie to promote," he said, adding that he intends to live with the disease rather than let it dominate his life.

He also discussed his ongoing involvement with the "Evil Dead" franchise, serving as an executive producer on the recent installment "Evil Dead Burn" and the forthcoming 2028 sequel "Evil Dead Wrath." Campbell emphasized that he will continue acting, directing and producing while managing his health.

During the interview, Campbell described the psychological impact of a cancer diagnosis, saying it can lead to a “massive rabbit hole” of information, but he intends to avoid becoming consumed by it.