lengthy Instagram post<\/a>, the star described his condition as \u201ctreatable, but not curable,\u201d and stated his intention to slow his career and focus on treatment.<\/p>\nDespite the grim news, Campbell hoped to be well enough to promote the film Emma and Ernie, and many genre fans hoped he\u2019d gather enough strength to return one last time as Ash Williams.<\/p>\n
However, we\u2019re very sad to report that Campbell has closed that chapter of his career, and has no intention of returning to the Evil Dead franchise.<\/p>\n
Whilst promoting Emma and Ernie, the topic of Campbell\u2019s future in the franchise inevitably came up.<\/p>\n
Campbell quickly made his stance clear, saying:
\u201cThis is a big pivot from what I normally do. I\u2019m not interested in boomsticks and chainsaws anymore. No one has been covered in fake blood more than me.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\nCampbell further elaborated that, upon taking stock of his career, he concluded he\u2019d like to be remembered for more than just The Evil Dead:
\u201cI\u2019ve started so many days face down, on a dirt floor, covered in mud. And I\u2019m like, is this it? This is on my tombstone? \u201cThe Evil Dead guy?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\nSo, unfortunately, Campbell\u2019s words shatter the hopes of fans that the actor will cameo in Evil Dead Burn, or the upcoming series prequel Evil Dead Wrath.<\/p>\n
However, Campbell likely has bigger fish to fry, given his cancer fight, and his choice to retire the character of Ash should be respected.<\/p>\n
We sure will miss him, though. Stay groovy Ash, and we wish Bruce all the best during his cancer journey.<\/p>\n
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