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‘General Hospital’ Star, Tristan Rogers, Passes Away at 79
Tristan Rogers, beloved by General Hospital fans for his decades-long role as Robert Scorpio has died at age 79. His passing was confirmed by Rogers longtime manager, Meryl Soodak, who shared that Tristan lost his battle with lung cancer on Friday morning.
Ironically, Soodak noted that Tristan had never been smoker, and then expressed, that the actor’s role on General Hospital, “Meant everything to him,” adding, “He loved being Scorpio and he created that role from nothing. He was supposed to work a day and he ended up making it into something huge. He was just a genuinely loyal, kind human being and he loved his family.”
GH executive producer Frank Valentini shared in a statement on X: “The entire General Hospital family is heartbroken to hear of Tristan Rogers’ passing. Tristan has captivated our fans for 45 years and Port Charles will not be the same without him (or Robert Scorpio). I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to his family and friends during this difficult time. Tristan was a one-of-a-kind talent and will be greatly missed. May he rest in peace.”
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Sadly, and luckily, GH viewers got to see what would be Rogers final television appearance as Scorpio back on July 18, which was the same day he also announced he had been diagnosed with cancer. In the story, Jason (Steve Burton) accompanied Sasha (Sofia Mattson) to Europe with baby Daisy to keep them safe from the baby being targeted (by Willow), and she moved in with her mom and dad, Holly Sutton (Emma Samms) and Robert Scorpio.
It was back in the early 80s that the handsome Aussie joined GH in the hey day of executive producer, Gloria Monty as superspy Scorpio, who would tangled up with his good buddy Luke Spencer (Tony Geary) and Laura (Genie Francis), as well as in his romance with Anna Devane (Finola Hughes); the two shared a daughter, Robin, played by Kimberly McCullough.
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Tristan’s journey on GH included his initial run from December 1980 until February 1992 when Scorpio was “killed-off” in an explosion in South America, though his body was never recovered. He made one brief visit as a ghost in 1995 and then returned alive and well in 2006. Later in 2008, he took Scorpio to the GH spinoff, Night Shift, and back on the mothership in December 2008 when Robert attended the wedding of his daughter, Robin. Then, Tristan returned for visits in 2012, 2013, 2018. In 2019 he became recurring with the soap through November of 2024, until Robert and Holly reunited and headed out of Port Charles together. And, as mentioned above, the final time he was seen on-air was last month in July.
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Besides GH, Tristan took his talents to Genoa City and The Young and the Restless, playing Cane’s (then Daniel Goddard) criminal father, Colin Atkinson. He took on the role from 2010-2011, and made brief return in 2012. Rogers finally won his first Daytime Emmy in his career for the digital drama series, Studio City in the Outstanding Performance by a Supporting Actor in a Digital Drama Series in 2020. He also appeared as Lex in several seasons of the Emmy-winning digital drama, The Bay.
Survivors include: Tristan’s wife, Teresa Parkerton, children, Sarah and Cale, and their grandchildren.
Michael Fairman TV shares our heartfelt condolences for Tristan’s family, loved ones and the General Hospital family on the loss of one of the most beloved stars in the genre. We will keep you updated as reactions pour in on the passing of Tristan Rogers.
Now below, share your remembrances and thoughts on the loss of Tristan Rogers via the comment section.
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to his family and friends during this difficult time. Tristan was a one-of-a-kind talent and will be greatly missed. May he rest in peace. (2/2) #GH
— Frank Valentini (@valentinifrank) August 15, 2025
Goodbye Tristan Rogers! You will be missed. Rest in Peace.
RIP to a GH Legend!
Tristan was the top male star on the show throughout the late 80s and left a major hole in the canvas when he departed in 92.
He opened the door for actors from the commonwealth to join American soaps. A part of two super couples. Whether you were a fan of Holly or Anna, you could appreciate Robert with both. His scenes with Robin were always touching.
In the end, the GH writers did Tristan right with the film noir send off for Robert & Holly. And, what a treat for fans that despite his health struggles, Tristan returned for final scenes just weeks before he passed.
That sparkle in his eye may be gone, but he left soap fans with many happy memories over an amazing 45 years.
Beautifully written tribute, Steve. Thank you.
I will never forget his first appearance. He erupted out of the fog on the pier wearing a London Fog raincoat as he was trailing Luke and Laura. He was mysterious and was presented as a would be villain. Handsome, charismatic, amusing and talented, we will never see his like again. This one hit me very hard.
Rest easy Tristan. You fought courageously until the very end. You will be missed.
So sad. Farewell. You will be greatly missed on our screens
Rest in peace, Tristan Rogers.
He was the best in the early 80s! He and Emma Samms seemed to be the most romantic couple on Earth! RIP
Wow. I think most of us suspected things were bad when the cancer diagnosis was announced (and even before that), but I never dreamed it was this close to the end for him, and I still held out hope he might come back to Port Charles, at least for occasional visits. Condolences to his family and friends and all those who worked with him.
I am absolutely heartbroken by this news. Tristan was superb as Robert. No matter who he was teamed with, Luke and Laura, Tiffany, Sean, Holly, Anna, Cheryl, Scorpio was always a shinning star. And his loving interactions with Robin were priceless. I remember when that tiny little girl first grabbed his heart before he knew she was his daughter. The unconditional love there was palpable. I was so thrilled when Robert and Holly reunited and left Port Charles together. No offense to Anna; but, I always felt that Robert and Holly were the perfect match.
My deepest sympathy to his family and friends. Thank you Tristan Rogers for years of outstanding entertainment. You will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace.
When that scene aired last month with Jason dropping Sasha & Daisy off at Robert’s place, somehow I knew we were seeing him for the last time.
As much as I was hoping otherwise.
Me too. After thanking him, he bid adieu to Jason and said,” Safe travels.” Steve Burton had an expression that was organic to him, not to Jason, and it was evident that he knew it too. It felt like Tristan, through Robert Scorpio was bidding us all an adieu and a thank you. Now I guess it’s on us to thank him and wish him safe travels on his next journey. Damn, this hurts and here I am crying on the shoulder of Satan of all people.
I almost didn’t recognize you without the shtick.
Tristan Rogers didn’t introduce me to the magic of daytime television, but he’s a major reason why I’ve been a fan of the format for the past half a century. In the 80s, he was cooler than James Bond, and his interplay with Tony Geary and Genie Francis was amazing. Then, for the past decade or so, his comic timing was showcased as Robert became the elder statesman curmudgeon. As ridiculous as his recast as D.A. was, at least it kept him somewhat on-canvas.
I’m going to scour YouTube and collect as much Robert Scorpio as I can. He was one of my top five all-time television heroes and I will never forget him.
Sad news for sure, Can I just say Cancer freaking sucks, look at all the talent in daytime alone that it has taken from us, families, and all to soon, Tristan was so charismatic as Scorpio, When I think of WSB super spies, I think of Robert, Sean, Anna and Frisco, these new wannabe hold nothing in comparison. R I P Tristan, my condolences to his family and all his fans.
GH has sadly lost so many cast and past cast members in the past couple of years. Sonya Eddy, Jackie Zeman, Billy Miller, Johnny Wactor, Tyler Christopher, Leslie Charleson, Denise Alexander, Chris Robinson and now the incredible and talented Tristan Rogers. May they all RIP…
The early 80’s Robert and Luke friendship was awesome daytime TV. His good looks, his charisma, his chesire cat grin. My favorite time period was when Robert was brand new to Port Charles, LnL were broken up. Robert often gave Laura rides back n forth to her job at ELQ International. Robert often took her to lunch and dinner. It got under Luke’s skin and Robert would just grin with his charming self, which annoyed Luke more. Time passage is so hard. Most of the GH actors from that period have died in the past few years. Jackie and Tristan were 2 of my faves. I was really praying for Tristan and I’m sorry he didn’t make it. How strong he was to appear on GH so recently. So bittersweet. I pray for his family and loved ones. One more thing: he was also responsible for making Australia so popular here in the U.S. in the 80’s. He really did play a big part in pop culture back in the day. And I can’t ignore his contribution as a producer either. He really appeared to love the genre. May he rest in peace.
RIP Tristan Rogers . Been a fan since 1st appearance on GH. Always loved Anna & Robert together. I know GH will do a tribute. Hopefully Kimberly McCullough & the original Emma can at least come back for the tribute. It’s not like the writers can’t make it happrn
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The announcement came during Monday’s episode of The Tangle Podcast where she shared she will participate in “in whatever way they want” her or “just as a guest” for its upcoming 30th season.
The View’s season 30 will kick-off this fall in September. O’Donnell explained, “They’re bringing back all the hosts, I think. And, you know, I’m pretty proud of that show, what it’s become and how it really speaks to the people and to politics.”
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ROSIE ON HER PREVIOUS GO-ROUNDS ON THE VIEW
As fans of The View know, O’Donnell famously had two different one-year stints on the talk show in 2007 and again in 2014- 2015. She often feuded with then co-host Elizabeth Hasselbeck.
However, during her discussion with host, Kyle Ridley on The Tangle Podcast, O’Donnell also noted she often had tense moments with longtime moderator and anchor, Whoopi Goldberg.
O’Donnell also expressed, “Many, many people got the short end of the stick there. It was, you know, it was a factory where people were being churned in and out and their tenuous security, nobody got to be calm. It also was a show at the time that was run by a man. A show created by a woman, for women, about women, and the man was deciding what we should talk about. And that didn’t sit right with me, you know.”
Back in 2023, Brooke Shields had asked Rosie on her podcast, Now What? with Brooke Shields, about how she felt on her two stints at The View and all the controversy that surrounded it. Rosie at that time, stated, “I know this, it’s not the best use of my talent to get in a show where I have to argue and defend basic principles of humanity and kindness. It was not something I’d ever do again.”
You can check out the clip with Rosie and Kyle Ridley discussing her return to The View in some form for its upcoming 30th season below.
Then weigh-in: Would you be excited to see Rosie, even for a one-day or a week guest stint on the upcoming celebratory season of The View, or not so much? Let us know via the comment section.
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In what could prove to be a massive shake-up ahead, both the TV Academy (ATAS), who presides over the Primetime Emmys, and the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS), who preside over the Daytime Emmys, are in exploratory reunification discussions to merge the two organizations into one.
Both sides received an overwhelming vote and support from their boards to evaluate what a unified Academy could look like. However there is no formal calendar at this juncture for the discussions. In addition, because of the ongoing unification talks that should occur, the TV Academy board has voted to extend all current sitting Governors’ terms by one year so they can see the process through.
Boards at both organizations voted overwhelmingly to evaluate what a unified Academy could make possible: a strong vision for the Academy’s future, more effective thought leadership for the industry, broader service and support for members coast-to-coast, and new momentum and opportunities across the full complement of national Emmy competitions.
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In a joint statement, ATAS and NATAS shared, “Television remains the most powerful medium we have to shape culture and prompt conversations that define us—no matter the size of the screen, With the business of television undergoing such a monumental transformation, this is the right moment to explore a reunification of our Academies, providing our members and our industry with a bolder voice advocating for them and a stronger partner to navigate the future with them.”
If the reunification talks continue, this would be the first time since the two Emmy organizations split back on June 30, 1977 that they have tried to come together, all of this after almost three decades of often uneasy and strained tension between the two.
The most recent joint change came in 2022 when a move of the game show categories went from NATAS to ATAS’ and now are in the Primetime Emmys.
Deadline notes that a unification of the two television academies who overall preside over nighttime and daytime programming would be similar how SAG and AFTRA used to represent performers from completely different dayparts of work.
Could the Daytime Emmys finally see some love in primetime and have their major categories televised as part of the annual kudofest every September? Stay tuned.
Meanwhile, the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony will take place live on Monday, September 14th starting at 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT and air on NBC and stream on Peacock emanating from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles. While, the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy Awards will take place on Friday, October 30, time to be announced, live from the Hollywood Palladium and will be streamed on watchtheemmys.tv
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) is a service organization dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational and technical achievements within the television industry. It recognizes excellence in television with the coveted Emmy Awards for News & Documentary, Sports, Daytime and Children’s & Family programming, as well as achievements in television Technology & Engineering.
The Television Academy (ATAS) strives to shape and advance the dynamic television landscape; cultivate a diverse, inclusive and accessible professional community; and advocate for the television industry while capturing the spirit of a new generation of content creators and industry professionals. Through innovative programs, publications and events, the Academy and its Foundation foster and empower storytellers. The Academy also celebrates those who excel in the industry recognizing their achievements through awards and accolades, including the renowned Emmy Award. Membership in the Academy is open to working professionals in the television industry.
So, would you like to see the Primetime Emmy and the Daytime Emmys fold into one show if the two unions reached a unification arrangement? Do you hope that after almost 50 years, the two organizations can finally make some serious headway? Share your thoughts via the comment section below.
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53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Nominations Announced: ‘The Young and the Restless’ Tops With 18, ‘Beyond the Gates’ With 15
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the full list of nominees for the upcoming 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards, and it was CBS daytime’s The Young and the Restless and broadcast television newest soap opera, Beyond the Gates that racked up the most nominations with 18 and 15, respectively.
General Hospital was next with 13 overall nominations, followed by Days of our Lives with 8 and The Bold and the Beautiful with 7 nods. The full reveal on Tuesday, follows the announcement of several major categories including Lead Actor and Actress on Monday via Extra and Entertainment Tonight and The View today revealing Daytime Drama Series and more.
The 53rd Annual Daytime Emmys ceremony are set to take place on Friday, October 30 at the historic Hollywood Palladium in Hollywood, California. The ceremony is currently planned to stream via watch.theemmys.tv and its associated apps. For the second year in a row, both the main Emmys and the Creative Arts will be presented together in one night.
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In a statement, Adam Sharp, President and CEO of NATAS expressed, “We’re proud to honor the extraordinary talent and creative teams whose work continues to define and elevate daytime television, As the Daytime landscape evolves and new forms of storytelling emerge, we remain committed to recognizing the innovation happening across the industry.”
“Each year, the Daytime Emmy Awards celebrate the creativity, passion, and dedication that drive this vibrant community of storytellers,” said Rachel Schwartz, Head of the Daytime Emmy Awards. “Congratulations to this year’s nominees, whose work continues to entertain, inspire and connect with audiences every day. We look forward to celebrating their remarkable achievements in Hollywood this October.”
The Daytime Emmy Awards have recognized outstanding achievement in television programming and crafts since 1974, honoring work in a variety of genres, including daytime dramas, talk series, entertainment news, culinary, adventure, instructional and legal/courtroom programming. This year’s Lifetime Achievement Honoree, Gold & Silver Circle Inductees, and ceremony host will be announced at a later date.
Now below, check out the nominees in the daytime drama, talk show, entertainment news series and creative arts categories. Congratulations to all!
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Outstanding Daytime Drama Series
Beyond the Gates
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Stacy Haiduk (as Kristen DiMera), Days of Our Lives
Karla Mosley (as Dani Dupree), Beyond the Gates
Michelle Stafford (as Phyllis Summers), The Young and the Restless
Heather Tom (as Katie Logan), The Bold and the Beautiful
Tamara Tunie (as Anita Williams Dupree), Beyond the Gates
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Outstanding Lead Actor in a Daytime Drama Series
Eric Braeden (as Victor Newman), The Young and the Restless
Steve Burton (as Jason Morgan), General Hospital
Scott Clifton (as Liam Spencer), The Bold and the Beautiful
Thorsten Kaye (as Ridge Forrester), The Bold and the Beautiful
Christian Jules Le Blanc (as Michael Baldwin), The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Daytime Drama Series
Linsey Godfrey (as Sarah Horton), Days of Our Lives
Camryn Grimes (as Mariah Copeland), The Young and the Restless
Beth Maitland (as Traci Abbott), The Young and the Restless
Trisha Mann-Grant (as Leslie Thomas), Beyond the Gates
Amanda Setton (as Brook Lynn Quartermaine), General Hospital
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Daytime Drama Series
Sean Dominic (as Nate Hastings), The Young and the Restless
Timon Kyle Durrett (as Bill Hamilton), Beyond the Gates
Michael Graziadei (as Daniel Romalotti), The Young and the Restless
Roger Howarth (as Matt Clark), The Young and the Restless
Mike Manning (as Bradley “Smitty” Smith), Beyond the Gates
Lawrence Saint-Victor (as Carter Walton), The Bold and the Beautiful
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Outstanding Emerging Talent in a Daytime Drama Series
Braedyn Bruner (as Emma Scorpio-Drake), General Hospital
Al Calderon (as Javier Hernandez), Days of Our Lives
Alice Halsey (as Rachel Black), Days of Our Lives
Giovanni Mazza (as Gio Palmieri), General Hospital
Ambyr Michelle (as Eva Thomas), Beyond the Gates
Arielle Prepetit (as Naomi Hamilton Hawthorne), Beyond the Gates
Outstanding Guest Performance in a Daytime Drama Series
Jasmine Burke (as June Hughes), Beyond the Gates
Jeff Kober (as Cyrus Renault), General Hospital
Eva LaRue (as Natalia Rogers-Ramirez), General Hospital
Christopher Sean (as Paul Narita), Days of Our Lives
Ray Wise (as Ian Ward), The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Writing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Beyond the Gates
The Bold and the Beautiful
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
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Outstanding Directing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Days of Our Lives
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Casting for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates
General Hospital
The Young and the Restless
Outstanding Daytime Talk Series
3rd Hour of TODAY
The Drew Barrymore Show
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Live With Kelly and Mark
TODAY With Jenna & Friends
The View
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Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host
Joy Behar, Whoopi Goldberg, Alyssa Farah Griffin, Sara Haines, Sunny Hostin & Ana Navarro, The View
Kelly Clarkson, The Kelly Clarkson Show
Tamron Hall, Tamron Hall
Jennifer Hudson, The Jennifer Hudson Show
Sherri Shepherd, Sherri
Outstanding Entertainment News Series
Access Hollywood
Entertainment Tonight
Extra
Outstanding Daytime Personality (Daily)
Mona Kosar Abdi, Derek Hough & Terri Seymour, Extra
Cassie DiLaura, Denny Directo, Kevin Frazier, Rachel Smith & Nischelle Turner, Entertainment Tonight
Scott Evans, Zuri Hall, Kit Hoover & Mario Lopez, Access Hollywood
Star Jones & Corey Jovan, Divorce Court
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Outstanding Arts and Popular Culture Program
Beyond the Gates: Welcome to the Neighborhood — An Entertainment Tonight Special
Off Script With The Hollywood Reporter
Variety & CNN Actors on Actors
Variety Studio: Actors on Actors
Working In the Theatre
Outstanding Music Direction and Composition for a Daytime
Beyond the Gates, Episode 103
Have Guitar Will Travel World
The Kelly Clarkson Show Episode 5033
Let Frankie Cook,” Getting the Band Back Together
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Outstanding Technical Direction and Video for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, Episode 104
The Bold and the Beautiful,” Episode 9511
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade”
The Jennifer Hudson Show, ” Episode 4041
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade”
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Outstanding Hairstyling and Makeup for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates, Episode 103
General Hospital, Episode 15719
The Kelly Clarkson Show,” Episode 5033
The Young and the Restless,” Episode 13273
Outstanding Costume Design / Styling for a Daytime Program
The Jennifer Hudson Show, Episode 4140
The Kelly Clarkson Show
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Young and the Restless Episode 13149
The Young and the Restless Episode 13273
Outstanding Sound Mixing and Sound Editing for a Live Daytime Program
The Bold and the Beautiful, Episode 9658
The Jennifer Hudson Show Episode 4039
The Kelly Clarkson Show Episode 5007
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Young and the Restless,” Episode 13260
Outstanding Lighting Direction for a Daytime Program
Beyond the Gates Episode 104
General Hospital Episode 15624
The Jennifer Hudson Show Episode 4010
The Kelly Clarkson Show Episode 6169
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade”
Outstanding Art Direction/Set Decoration/Scenic Design for a Daytime Program
The Kelly Clarkson Show Episode 5033
Live with Kelly and Mark Episode 250414
The View Episode 6280
The Young and the Restless Episode 13145
The Young and the Restless Episode 13244
So, what do you think of the 53rd annual Daytime Emmy nominations? Who are you happy to see receive a nomination and who do you think was snubbed? Weigh-in via the comment section.
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