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‘It didn’t stick’: Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell says cancer has returned
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Brandy Beard , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· August 20, 2026
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Key points He was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2013. Campbell had previously announced he was in remission in 2025 after undergoing treatment, including chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant.
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell has confirmed his cancer has returned. He was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2013. Campbell had previously announced he was in remission in 2025 after undergoing treatment, including chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant.
The 63-year-old rocker is continuing treatments to manage the cancer. He may need to undergo another transplant in the future. Despite his health issues, Campbell says he is not slowing down.
Further details about Campbell's condition and treatment are available from the source, including an interview with Radio YSKL FM.
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Category: parks Published: August 20, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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