GH Legend Tristan Rogers Dies at 79: Fans Mourn Loss of Robert Scorpio

2025-08-17 00:00:37.099

Tristan Rogers, the iconic actor who played Robert Scorpio on ABC's General Hospital, passed away on Friday at the age of 79. His death comes less than a month after a special guest appearance on the soap opera. Executive producer Frank Valentini expressed the show's heartbreak, noting Rogers' 45-year contribution and the irreplaceable impact he had on Port Charles. Born in Melbourne, Australia, Rogers' career began with a rock band before transitioning to commercial work and modeling. He eventually moved to Los Angeles and pursued acting, landing a small role on General Hospital in 1980. Initially cast for a brief appearance, his talent led to the creation of the enduring character, Robert Scorpio. Rogers' portrayal of Scorpio, particularly his on-again, off-again romance with Holly Sutton (played by Emma Samms), became a fan favorite. His storylines with Anna Devane (Finola Hughes), including their daughter Robin (Kimberly McCullough), were also highly popular. A recent storyline saw Samms' return and the revelation that Scorpio was the father of her adult daughter. Rogers and Samms' final scenes together in November 2024 paid homage to Casablanca. Rogers made a final appearance in July 2024, revealing his lung cancer diagnosis. Beyond General Hospital, his credits included The Bold and the Beautiful, The Young & the Restless, and Studio City, for which he won a Daytime Emmy. He is survived by his wife, Teresa Parkerson, and his children.