VIVIAN CAMPBELL Thanks DEF LEPPARD Fans For Support In New Message
By LeeAnna Jonas/Shana Vetter
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell has given a new message to fans after missing the show in León, Mexico.
Def Leppard kicked off their 2025 in León, Mexico at Foro Mazda on 18th January.
A one-off festival performance which sadly Vivian could not make it to.
Vivian Health Update/Thank You Message
Vivian sadly had to miss the show due to not being allowed to travel as explained by Joe.
After the expected outpouring of good will messages from fans to Vivian online, he has now shared a new message.
He thanked fans for their support and gave new update on his health.
And hopefully will be well enough to rejoin the band live in May when the main 2025 shows start up.
Read all of Vivian's words below.
Joe Elliott Show/Mexico Comments
Joe had first mentioned Vivian would not play the show in Mexico during his Planet Rock Show on 18th January.
He then mentioned Viv before introducing John Zocco ahead of 'Armageddon It' on stage in León, Mexico.
John's second stand-in appearance after the private show played in Nashville, TN in October 2024.
Vivian's side band Last In Line last played live in May 2024.
Read Joe's comments again via the link below.
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Vivian Campbell - 23rd January 2025 Quotes
"Thank you for all the recent messages and support."
"As you all may know, I was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma several years ago."
"I recently had a bone marrow transplant as part of my treatment plan, and it’s safe to say that thus far it’s been a very successful transplant!"
"I just have to keep my head down and my spirits up for the next 100 days of primary recovery."
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