“General Hospital” star Tristan Rogers revealed that he’s been diagnosed with cancer.
Rogers’ friend and publicist, Anthony Turk, shared the news via a statement to
Soap Opera Digest
on Thursday, July 17.
“Beloved Emmy-winning actor Tristan Rogers, best known for his role as Robert Scorpio on the daytime drama ‘General Hospital,’ is sharing with fans that he has been diagnosed with cancer,” the statement began. “While he remains hopeful and is working closely with his medical team on a treatment plan, this is a challenging time for Tristan and his family. As they face both the emotional and physical burdens that come with this diagnosis, the family kindly asks for privacy and understanding.”
The statement didn’t specify what type of cancer, Rogers, 79, is battling. Turk noted that “future updates will be shared if deemed appropriate” by Rogers and his family.
“Tristan sends his love to his fans and wants them to know how much he appreciates their loyalty and encouragement over the years,” the statement continued. “This support means more to him now than ever.”
Rogers last made an appearance on “General Hospital” in November 2024. The episode set him up to take a break from the ABC soap opera, as Robert Scorpio left Port Charles with his ex-wife Holly Sutton (Emma Samms).
Rogers has played Robert Scorpio on and off since 1980. He is the only actor to ever portray the international spy. Rogers also played Colin Atkinson on “The Young and the Restless” from 2010-2012.
The daytime television star has been married to Teresa Parkerson since 1995. The couple share daughter Sara, 32, and son Cale, 28.
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During a 2020 interview with
Soap Opera Digest
, Rogers recalled booking the role of Robert Scorpio shortly after he moved to the United States from his native Australia.
“I didn’t know at the time the importance of ‘General Hospital;’ it was just one more job for me. But it was really exciting, to be fresh off the boat and walk into this role,” he told the outlet. “It was the gift that kept on giving, so to speak. I got caught up in the ‘General Hospital’ tidal wave and just got swept away by it.”
“General Hospital” airs on ABC weekdays at 3 p.m. ET. Episodes are
available to stream on Hulu
the day after they air.
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