A Wave of Sad News
A Gentle Tide of Memories: Farewell to Tristan Rogers the enduring star of General Hospital, has passed away at age 79. He lost his battle with lung cancer on August 15, 2025.
He never smoked. His manager confirmed that clearly.
Fans around the globe feel like they’ve lost a friend. His character, Robert Scorpio, was part of their lives for decades.
A Life That Flowed Like the Sea
Rogers was born in Melbourne in 1946.
He began his journey with Australian soaps, before bringing his charm to American screens in 1980.
His role as Robert Scorpio spanned over 1,400 episodes across nearly 45 years.
He was present in the most iconic moment of daytime TV: the wedding of Luke and Laura.
Echoes Along the Shore
He left, then returned. In the ‘90s, Scorpio was killed off. Yet, he reappeared—first as a spirit, later alive and well.
He kept coming back in guest stints, even into 2025.
He also portrayed Colin Atkinson on The Young and the Restless, voiced a Disney character, and won a Daytime Emmy for Studio City.
Scents of Salt and Tribute
The General Hospital family shared their grief. Executive producer Frank Valentina said:
“Port Charles will not be the same without him.”
Fans took to social media within hours. Art, posts, memories—they all poured in. The gap is real.
A Life Anchored by Family
Rogers is survived by his wife Teresa, their two children, and a grandchild.
He was not just a TV presence. He was a devoted husband and father. That love anchored him in real life.
A Final Tide of Words
The sea reminds us that life flows. Waves rise and fall. Tristan Rogers’ life was like that—full of grace, strength, return, and memory.
When the tide ebbs, the sand shows footprints. His footprints remain in many hearts.
Rest softly, Tristan. Your story continues in every wave, every sunrise, and every viewer who found a moment of hope in Robert Scorpio.