General Hospital’s Tristan Rogers Shares Disheartening News

The relationships that exists between soap stars and viewers is one unlike almost any other in the world of entertainment. The actors who bring our favorite characters to life are invited into our homes five days a week, often for decades at a time. They become part of our extended family. We share their highs and, at times, their lows.

And so it was with a heavy heart that General Hospital vet Tristan Rogers shared this week that he has been diagnosed with cancer.

Although the exact type of cancer is not being disclosed, a statement made clear that the iconic actor “remains hopeful and is working closely with his medical team on a treatment plan.”

The statement went on to state that this is, of course, a “challenging time” for Rogers and his loved ones. “As they face both the emotional and physical burdens that come with this diagnoses, the family kindly asks for privacy and understanding.”

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Rogers, who has played Robert Scorpio on and off since 1982, included a message to his many fans, via his representatives. “Tristan sends his love to his fans and wants them to know how much he appreciates their loyalty and encouragement over the years,” it reads in part. “This support means more to him now than ever.”

While best known for his time in Port Charles, Rogers has also spent time in Genoa City, having played Colin Atkinson on The Young and the Restless between 2010 and 2012. More recently, he’s played Lex Martin on the star-studded web soap The Bay, and nabbed the Outstanding Performance by a Supporting Actor in a Digital Drama Series for his work on Studio City. 

Please join us in sending positive thoughts to the much-loved actor and his family.