Bruce Campbell says doctors gave him a five-year prognosis after cancer diagnosis

Bruce Campbell, 68, who rose to fame as Ash Williams in the Evil Dead franchise, disclosed that doctors have given him a prognosis of roughly five years to live. He first announced his diagnosis in March, describing the disease as treatable but not curable. In an interview on The Adam Carolla Show, Campbell said, "> With the type of cancer that I have, which I don’t want to get into, the current thing is a five-year deal." He added that he intends to live with the illness rather than let it dominate his life, noting that “you don’t die from cancer, you die from what cancer does to you.”

Campbell, who recently wrote, directed and starred in the comedy-drama Ernie & Emma, said he plans to continue working and promoting the film, emphasizing that he will not let the diagnosis halt his projects. He also expressed confidence in his support network and his own resilience, stating he is “a tough old son-of-a-bitch” and expects to be around for some time.

The actor’s remarks reflect a focus on maintaining his career and personal outlook despite the health challenge.