Tristan Rogers, who played Robert Scorpio on ‘General Hospital,' dies; know his net worth, past marriages, and career highlights
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Veteran actor Tristan Rogers , best known for his decades-long portrayal of Robert Scorpio on General Hospital , has died at the age of 79 after a battle with lung cancer. The Australian-born star passed away on Friday morning in Palm Springs, California, his longtime manager, Meryl Soodak, confirmed to ABC/7.In July 2025, Rogers disclosed his cancer diagnosis, expressing gratitude for decades of support. Despite his illness, he stayed connected to the General Hospital community and his fans.According to People.AI, Rogers had an estimated net worth of $29.8 million in 2025, reflecting decades of success in television, film, and voice acting.His wealth grew steadily over the years, from $17.9 million in 2021 to nearly $30 million in 2025, thanks to his roles in General Hospital, The Young and the Restless, and various film and voice projects, including Disney's The Rescuers Down Under.Rogers is survived by his wife, Teresa Parkerson , whom he married on May 21, 1995. The couple first met in 1991 and welcomed two children, daughter Sara Jane (born August 25, 1992) and son Cale Rogers (born August 1996). Cale is married to Cassandra.Before marrying Teresa, Rogers was married to actress Barbara Meale for nine years, following a year of dating. Meale is known for her roles in Sex and the Other Woman (1972), Homicide (1964), and Out of Love (1974).Rogers made his first appearance as Robert Scorpio on General Hospital in 1980, initially planned as a short-term role. His charisma and fan popularity quickly turned him into one of the show's most iconic characters, a role he played intermittently for 45 years.He also appeared in The Young and the Restless, The Bold and the Beautiful, and voiced characters in animated films such as The Rescuers Down Under.
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