Archive · 16 Aug 2025
Tristan Rogers, 'General Hospital' Star, Dies at 79
Actor Tristan Rogers, famous for his role as Robert Scorpio on 'General Hospital,' has passed away at 79.
He died from lung cancer.
Rogers first appeared on the show in 1980.
He played the character steadily, and then made recurring appearances over the years.
The role was originally supposed to be for one day, but it turned into decades.
He was also on other soap operas but Robert Scorpio was his defining role.
He is survived by his wife and children.
Tristan Rogers, known for playing Robert Scorpio, has died at 79.
He died from lung cancer after a recent diagnosis.
Rogers debuted on 'General Hospital' in 1980, creating an iconic role.
He played Robert Scorpio from 1980 with multiple reappearances through 2025.
Rogers also worked on 'The Young and the Restless' and 'The Bold and the Beautiful'.
- Who
- Tristan Rogers, best known for Robert Scorpio on 'General Hospital'.
- What
- Actor Tristan Rogers died.
- When
- Recent
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- Lung cancer.
- Name
- Tristan Rogers
- Age
- 79
- Cause of Death
- Lung Cancer
- Known For
- Robert Scorpio on 'General Hospital'
- Years on 'GH'
- 1980-2025 (on and off)
- Spouse
- Teresa
- Children
- Sara Jane, Cale
Sources
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