Def Leppard Guitarist Vivian Campbell Confirms Cancer Recurrence
Vivian Campbell, guitarist for the band Def Leppard, has confirmed that his Hodgkin’s lymphoma has returned. Campbell, who was previously in remission after undergoing treatment in 2015, stated in an interview that he is continuing treatments to manage the cancer…
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 20, 2026 —
Vivian Campbell, the guitarist for the rock band Def Leppard, has publicly confirmed that his battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma has returned. Campbell, who had previously achieved remission following treatment in 2015, shared in a recent interview that he is currently undergoing treatments to manage the condition.
Despite the recurrence of his illness, Campbell, 63, stated that he has no plans to slow down his active musical career. The musician, also recognized for his past work with bands Dio and Whitesnake, continues to perform and record with Def Leppard.
Campbell’s contributions to music were further acknowledged when he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019 as part of Def Leppard. The summary does not provide further details regarding the specific treatments Campbell is undergoing or the timeline for his ongoing medical management.
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