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Beloved Soap Opera Star Tristan Rogers Dies at 79
15 Aug
Summary
- Tristan Rogers, known for playing Robert Scorpio on General Hospital, has died
- Rogers had a decades-long career in Australian and American soap operas
- He was diagnosed with cancer in July 2025 and passed away on August 13, 2025
Tristan Rogers, a beloved figure in the world of soap operas, has taken his final bow. The Australian-born actor, who captivated audiences for decades with his portrayal of the iconic character Robert Scorpio on the hit daytime drama General Hospital, passed away on August 13, 2025, at the age of 79.
Rogers' acting career began in his native Australia in the 1970s, where he appeared on several popular soap operas, including Bellbird, Number 96, and The Box. However, his big break came when he landed the role of Robert Scorpio on General Hospital in 1980, a character he would go on to play off and on for the next 12 years.
During his time on General Hospital, Rogers was paired with a succession of leading ladies, including Demi Moore as Jackie Templeton, Emma Samms as Holly Sutton, and Finola Hughes as Anna Devane. His chemistry with these co-stars and his portrayal of the suave, sophisticated Scorpio made him a fan favorite and cemented his status as a daytime television icon.
In the years following his departure from General Hospital, Rogers continued to work in the industry, appearing on shows like The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless. He even won a Daytime Emmy Award for his work on the web series Studio City. Sadly, in July 2025, Rogers revealed that he had been diagnosed with cancer, and he passed away just a month later.
