What are the writers of 'General Hospital' planning to do to honor Denise Alexander and Tristan Rogers?

The writers of 'General Hospital' are planning to dedicate tribute episodes to honor the legacies of Denise Alexander and Tristan Rogers, who played the iconic characters of Dr. Lesley Webber and Robert Scorpio on the show.

When did Denise Alexander and Tristan Rogers pass away?

Denise Alexander, who played Dr. Lesley Webber, passed away last month at the age of 85 from natural causes. Tristan Rogers, known for his portrayal of Robert Scorpio, died in August at the age of 79 after revealing his cancer diagnosis just one month prior.

How do the writers plan to ensure the presence of Lesley Webber and Robert Scorpio is felt for years to come?

The writers aim to create stories that will "carry [Lesley and Robert's] names into the future, so that we still feel Robert's and Lesley's presence for years to come," according to co-head writer Chris Van Etten.

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Soap Opera Legends Denise Alexander and Tristan Rogers Remembered

26 Oct

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Tribute episodes planned for beloved 'General Hospital' stars
Actors Denise Alexander and Tristan Rogers passed away recently
Writers aim to keep characters' legacies alive in the show

Soap Opera Legends Denise Alexander and Tristan Rogers Remembered

In the wake of the recent deaths of 'General Hospital' stars Denise Alexander and Tristan Rogers, the show's co-head writers have vowed to honor the legacies of the beloved actors and their iconic characters.

Alexander, who played Dr. Lesley Webber, passed away last month at the age of 85 from natural causes. Meanwhile, Rogers, known for his portrayal of Robert Scorpio, died in August at the age of 79 after revealing his cancer diagnosis just one month prior.

The writers, Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten, have expressed their intention to dedicate tribute episodes to both Alexander and Rogers, similar to the farewell they organized for actress Leslie Charleson and her character, Monica Quartermaine, eight months after Charleson's passing.