‘General Hospital’s Anthony Geary Shares Heartfelt Tribute to Late Tristan Rogers
Anthony Geary honors his late friend Tristan Rogers, recalling their unique on-screen chemistry and off-screen bond formed during decades on General Hospital.
- Actor Tristan Rogers, known for his role as Robert Scorpio on General Hospital, passed away on August 15 at age 79.
- Rogers joined General Hospital in December 1980, playing Scorpio in the Ice Princess storyline alongside Anthony Geary's character Luke Spencer.
- Geary characterized Rogers as a mysterious and unpredictable presence on set, with the two often improvising their memorable scenes together.
- Geary recalled that collaborating with him was consistently unpredictable yet entertaining, combining humor, excitement, challenges, and frustration—a truly fulfilling day on set.
- Geary expressed sadness upon learning of Tristan’s death and emphasized how much he values the memories they shared throughout their enduring friendship.
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‘General Hospital’s Anthony Geary Shares Heartfelt Tribute to Late Tristan Rogers
'For us, it was like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, but Tristan and I took turns being The Kid.'

Tristan Rogers dies at 79; actor played fan favorite Robert Scorpio on ‘General Hospital’
By Alicia Rancilio | Associated Press Tristan Rogers, who played legacy character Robert Scorpio on ABC’s “General Hospital,” died Friday, less than one month after he made a special appearance on the soap opera. He was 79. “The entire ‘General Hospital’ family is heartbroken to hear of Tristan Rogers’ passing,” said Frank Valentini, the show’s executive producer, in a statement. “Tristan has captivated our fans for 45 years and Port Charles wil…
'General Hospital' Icon Anthony Geary Pays Tribute to One of His Greatest Scene Partners, the Late Tristan Rogers - Michael Fairman TV
One of, if not the greatest scene partners of all-time on the soaps was General Hospital’s Luke Spencer and Robert Scorpio, played by the 8-time Daytime Emmy-winner, Anthony Geary and the late Tristan Rogers. Sadly, Tristan passed away last Friday on August 15th at the age of 79 following his battle with lung cancer and since that time, remembrances have been pouring in from Rogers’ co-stars, past and present, and the daytime community, at-large…
Long-Time 'General Hospital' Star Tristan Rogers Dies From Cancer At 79 - uInterview
Soap opera star Tristan Rogers died on August 15 at the age of 79. Best known for his role as Robert Scorpio on General Hospital, Rogers passed away from lung cancer, as was confirmed by his manager. Rogers’ cancer diagnosis was announced by reps last month in a statement that emphasized, “Tristan sends his love to his fans and wants them to know how much he appreciates their loyalty and encouragement over the years.” >IN MEMORIAM SLIDESHOW: 50 …
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