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General Hospital Star Tristan Rogers Dies at 79

8/18/2025

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Tristan Rogers, famous for portraying Robert Scorpio on ABC's "General Hospital," passed away at 79 due to lung cancer.
He started his career in Melbourne, Australia, moving from music to acting in his twenties.
Rogers joined "General Hospital" in 1980, becoming a cherished character until his death.
He is survived by his wife and two children.

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Tristan Rogers, famous for portraying Robert Scorpio on ABC's "General Hospital," passed away at 79 due to lung cancer.
He started his career in Melbourne, Australia, moving from music to acting in his twenties.
Rogers joined "General Hospital" in 1980, becoming a cherished character until his death.
He is survived by his wife and two children.