The daytime community is in mourning this weekend over the loss of Tristan Rogers, who passed away on Friday, August 15th at the age of 79 after his battle with lung cancer.

The former General Hospital and The Young and the Restless star, who also was featured in the digital drama series, The Bay and Studio City, is being remembered by so many of his castmates from the past, and those he worked with most recently up until his final appearance as GH’s iconic Robert Scorpio on July 18th.

Whether it be for his role as the Scorpio the superspy on General Hospital, Colin Atkinson, the troublemaking bad guy dad of Cane Ashby (then played by Daniel Goddard) on The Young and the Restless, police commissioner Lex Martin on The Bay, or as Daniel “Doc” Smith, the dying father to actor Sam Stevens (Sean Kanan) in Studio City, Tristan left us with decades worth of memorable performances.

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Here are just some of the tributes and remembrances that are pouring in across social media below. Michael Fairman TV will continue update this post as more are shared.

Emma Samms: “I’m incredibly sad to hear the news about Tristan. I loved working with him, and we were both so grateful that we got the chance to do that for more than 40 years. He taught me how to be comfortable in front of the cameras, and he introduced me to spontaneity and fun, even within all the trials and tribulations that Robert and Holly endured. My condolences to his wife and family.”

Kimberly McCullough: “Trissy forever”

Sofia Mattsson: “Rest in peace Tristan Rogers I feel so incredibly fortunate to have gotten such an amazing TV dad, and I will always cherish the very heartwarming moments we got to share together ❤️”

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Finola Hughes: “Wish I could play one more scene with you, my friend. Tris sauntered into my dressing room on that first day to rehearse. Cropped hair & steel blue eyes, I thought ‘damn, I’m gonna be working with Steve McQueen!’ From day one he called me ‘kid’ or ‘Finny’ and he made me laugh. An effortless actor, living on screen, he taught me so much. Serious about his work, but always a rebel. His own man, navigating the system, he protected me, protected Kimberly, his character, his friends. God, he was a good one. Silly, funny, kind, serious. I am heartbroken for his awesome wife Teresa, his children Sara Jane & Cale. His family made him so happy and he adored talking about them. Love you Trissy, Mai Tai’s on the beach, Scorpio… ️”

Daniel Goddard:  “Mate, I just heard the news, and I’m shocked, I want you to know how much you meant to not just me but everyone that had the fortune of being in your presence. You were a trailblazer — doing what no other Australian had done — and after all these years, you were still everybody’s mate. You were kind, with one of the driest senses of humor I’ve ever known, and I caught every joke, no matter how subtle. From the first scene to the last, I never stopped learning from you. The world is now a little more empty without you in it. Rest in peace, my friend.”

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Sean Kanan: “I just learned that my friend Tristan has passed. I’m struggling to express my feelings, which are raw. Michele and I have had countless adventures with Trissie Roo — my affectionate nickname for him — and his incredible wife, Teresa. Tris and I worked together professionally on numerous projects. He was an extremely gifted actor and a kind and passionate man His veneer was sometimes prickly, and he didn’t suffer fools, but he always made me laugh, especially when he cracked that charming sideways grin — and man, did he have stories. I am going to miss my friend. Rest in peace, pal. Wishing the Rogers family love and strength during this difficult time.”

Mary Beth Evans: “Heartbroken to hear of the passing of Tristan Rogers. On The Bay, I had the privilege of playing opposite him — and what a gift that was. Tristan brought such charm, wit and depth to every scene, and it was an honor to share that screen time with him. Sending love and condolences to his family, friends and so many fans who adored him. He will be deeply missed.”

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Chris McKenna: “We fly the WSB flags at half mast today. The great Tristan Rogers, aka Robert Scorpio, has passed on. All my love to Tristan’s family and loved ones. He will be missed and never forgotten.”

Gregori Martin: “I was a fan of his work, and then in 2006 we met on the set of General Hospital and we became friends. I cast him in a couple of my horror films and then he inspired me to create The Bay, where I had the privilege of working with him for over 10 years. He also starred in another TV pilot I directed and produced. Tristan was my go-to person whenever I needed to cast a rugged bad ass. A classic James Bond, but even grittier, he played it well and loved doing it. When the cameras weren’t rolling he was a witty actor who just simply loved to play and had some great stories to tell, whenever he was in the mood to speak (and he had to really like you to do that). Tristan was in my life for a long time and I’m going to really miss him. Sending my deepest condolences to Teresa and Sara and all those who were near and dear to the legendary Tristan Rogers. Godspeed.”

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Parry Shen: “I’ve only once asked for an autograph. It was from Tristan Rogers signing underneath his own name that I wrote in my Charlie Brown book after seeing him on General Hospital in 1981. Rest in peace to a legend. An Icon. My heart goes out to all who cared for him and his work.”

Jon Lindstrom: “I know the sadness I feel at this news is shared by so many of you,” tweeted the General Hospital vet who plays Kevin. “Tristan Rogers was one of the coolest, funniest people I ever met. Whenever we were together, which wasn’t nearly often enough, we never missed a chance to try to crack the other one up. I wish I’d had more of those chances. R.I.P.”

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Nancy Lee Grahn: “Tristan and I had recurring characters on Babylon 5 years ago. He told me that standing next to me was the only time he wished he was shorter so that he didn’t have to hover over my ginormous head. When the director asked him to look me in the eyes, he said, ‘I’d love to, but that head is too distracting.’ Suave, wry, smooth, debonair and ridiculously handsome. This General Hospital Aussie icon left his mark and will be well remembered. Sending love to his family, and just donated to Go2ForLungCancer in dear Tristan’s name. XO”

Kathleen Gati: “There truly are no words, but I will try. I loved working with Tristan, doing General Hospital events with him, having him as a kind friend. Deepest condolences to his family, friends, colleagues and fans. He will truly be missed but never forgotten.”

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Rick Springfield: “Aussies are made of tough stuff, but even tough stuff has its expiration date. Our friend Tristan Rogers, a charming, self-deprecating, handsome and witty bloke from the Great Southern Land went home today. Bless and keep your spirit, Tristan. Cancer sucks.”

John J. York:  “Frozen… timeless…legend… privileged… husband… father… grandfather… We will all see you again.”

Genie Francis: “My heart is heavy. Goodbye, my spectacular friend. My deepest condolences to his wife Teresa and their children. Tristan Rogers was a very bright light, as an actor and a person. I was so lucky to have known him.”

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Kristina Wagner: “Tristan, you were a real lady killer! Rest in peace, my friend. “We’ll miss you.”

Carolyn Hennesy: “Rest in well-deserved peace, you wonderful, handsome, talented, quirky, wiley and oh-so special human. Adore you now and always, Tristan.”

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Michelle Stafford: “I just wrote a whole post… it was too much. I deleted. This was just a month ago. The sexiest man in daytime…. I told him that many times. He laughed. I’m glad he‘s out of pain… and free.”

Brooklyn Rae Silzer: “Will miss his special soul so much. Always had the best laughs and hugs.”

What do you think about all the touching sentiments shared by so many of Tristan’s colleagues, co-workers, co-star and friends on his passing and how muxc? Let us know via the comment section below.