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Tristan Rogers Dies at 79 from Lung Cancer Weeks After Diagnosis

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Tristan Rogers, beloved General Hospital actor known as Robert Scorpio, died on August 15 2025 from lung cancer just weeks after his diagnosis—remembering his legacy and final return to Port Charles.

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Tristan Rogers, the Australian-born actor who captured hearts as Robert Scorpio on General Hospital, passed away on August 15, 2025 at the age of 79. His death came only weeks after a lung cancer diagnosis that he received in July 2025—a diagnosis he and his family courageously faced with privacy and grace .

Tristan Rogers’s journey with General Hospital

began in1980 when the role of Robert Scorpio was meant to be a one off But the character’s mystery intrigue and charisma transformed him into a series staple beloved by fans for decades. He appeared in over 1,400 episodes spanning storylines that included the iconic Luke and Laura saga multiple exits and triumphant returns and even a final farewell just days before his passing .

 Tristan health declined Rogers made

a surprise return to the show in July 2025 delivering heartfelt scenes as he welcomed his on‑screen daughter Sasha and granddaughter Daisy proving once again the powerful connection he had with his character and his audience .

Behind the scenes, those who knew him remember Rogers as deeply kind and devoted. His manager said that he “loved being Scorpio” and was “just a genuinely loyal, kind human being” . Executive producer Frank Valentini mourned him as “a one‑of‑a‑kind talent whose presence will be deeply missed” .

Rogers is survived by his wife Teresa Parkerson their two children Sara and Cale and a grandchild Fans and colleagues alike will remember him not just for his unforgettable performances but for thewarmth and humanity he brought both on screen and off

Rest in peace Tristan Rogers Robert Scorpio and the legacy you built will live on in Port Charles and beyond.

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