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Long-Time ‘General Hospital’ Star Reveals Cancer Diagnosis

The soap opera actor “remains hopeful” after his cancer battle was revealed.

Tristan Rogers, best known for his role as Robert Scorpio of ABC’s General Hospital, announced his cancer diagnosis Thursday. According to his publicist Anthony Turk, the 79-year-old actor “remains hopeful and is working closely with his medical team on a treatment plan.” Which type of cancer Rogers has being diagnosed with was not disclosed in the public statement. “As they face both the emotional and physical burdens that come with this diagnosis, the family kindly asks for privacy and understanding. They are deeply grateful for the outpouring of support and love from their friends and family,” said the statement. Rogers joined General Hospital in 1980 until 1992, reprising his role periodically since then. The actor was seen most recently on the show in Nov. 2024. Rogers also starred in The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless.