Bruce Campbell

**Bruce Lorne Campbell** was born on June 22, 1958, in Royal Oak, Michigan. An American actor and filmmaker, he shot into prominence with his role as Ash Williams in Sam Raimi's _Evil Dead_ series. His career spans many low-budget cult films like _Crimewave_, _Maniac Cop_, _Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat_, and _Bubba Ho-Tep_. Campbell also explored television with main roles is series like _The Adventures of Brisco County Jr._ and _Jack of All Trades_, as well as a recurring role in _Hercules: The Legendary Journeys_ and _Xena: Warrior Princess_. He was part of the _Burn Notice_ series from 2007-2013 and returned as Ash for _Ash vs. Evil Dead_ from 2015-2018. He expanded into directing, producing, and featuring in documentaries like _Fanalysis_ and _A Community Speaks_, and movies like _Man with the Screaming Brain_ and _My Name Is Bruce_. Campbell often collaborates with Sam Raimi, Ted Raimi, Josh Becker, and Scott Spiegel. He started his acting career during his high school years, meeting the future filmmaker, Sam Raimi, during this time. Besides acting, Campbell has also published books, such as _If Chins Could Kill: Confessions of a B Film Actor_ and _Make Love! The Bruce Campbell Way_, which delve into his journey in the film industry.