Vivian Campbell’s Cancer Returns After Unsuccessful Transplant
Rock musician Vivian Campbell, known for battling Hodgkin's lymphoma since 2013, has revealed that his cancer has returned after a bone marrow transplant was unsuccessful in Portland, OR.
Portland, OR, August 20, 2026 —
Vivian Campbell, a guitarist recognized for his work with bands such as Def Leppard, Dio, and Whitesnake, has announced that his Hodgkin’s lymphoma has returned. Campbell has been publicly managing his battle with the disease since 2013.
The musician recently underwent a bone marrow transplant in Portland, Oregon, in an effort to treat the cancer. However, this procedure has reportedly been unsuccessful in eradicating the disease.
Campbell’s ongoing fight with Hodgkin’s lymphoma has been a significant part of his public narrative for over a decade. The news of the cancer’s recurrence follows the recent transplant procedure, which had offered a potential avenue for remission.
Further details regarding the specifics of the recurrence or future treatment plans were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Brian Linder on www.oregonlive.com, see more information here.
