Bruce Campbell Announces Cancer Diagnosis, Plans to Tour with ‘Ernie & Emma’ This Fall

Actor Bruce Campbell, known for his iconic role in the Evil Dead franchise, announced on Monday, March 2, 2026, that he has been diagnosed with cancer. He described it as a “treatable” but “not curable” condition according to the Detroit News.

Diagnosis and Treatment Plans

Campbell shared the news via Instagram, expressing surprise at the diagnosis and apologizing for any shock it may cause. He indicated he would refrain from providing specific details about his condition as reported by FandomWire. The actor plans to prioritize treatment, which will necessitate adjustments to his professional schedule, including the postponement of some convention appearances and work commitments.

‘Ernie & Emma’ Tour Still Planned

Despite the diagnosis, Campbell remains optimistic about resuming plans to tour with his new film, Ernie & Emma, this fall. He aims to “obtain as well as I possibly can over the summer” to facilitate the tour the Detroit News reported. A screening of the film is currently still scheduled for June 5 at the Redford Theatre.

About ‘Ernie & Emma’

Ernie & Emma is a dark romantic comedy written, directed by, and starring Campbell as Ernie Tyler, a widowed pear salesman who embarks on a journey to scatter his late wife Emma’s ashes according to Yahoo Entertainment. The film premiered on February 14 in Oregon, where it was filmed, and a wider release is anticipated in September. Campbell dedicated the film to his childhood filmmaking friends, including Scott Spiegel, who passed away in September 2025 as noted by the Detroit News.

A Career Spanning Decades

Campbell, 67, is best known for his role as Ash Williams in the Evil Dead series and his frequent collaborations with director Sam Raimi. He also starred in the USA series Burn Notice and is serving as an executive producer on the upcoming Evil Dead Burn, slated for theatrical release in June FandomWire reports.

In his Instagram post, Campbell expressed a positive outlook, stating, “Fear not, I am a tough old son-of-a-bitch and I have great support, so I expect to be around a while.”