Soap opera fans were shocked and saddened when news broke that beloved “General Hospital” star Tristan Rogers has been diagnosed with cancer. The 79-year-old actor’s representative confirmed the news and stated that Rogers is remaining hopeful and optimistic about his prognosis.
Rogers has been a staple on “General Hospital” since 1980, playing the beloved character Robert Scorpio. He has also made appearances on other soap operas such as “The Young and the Restless” and “The Bold and the Beautiful.” His work on “General Hospital” has earned him a Daytime Emmy nomination in 1985 for Outstanding Supporting Actor.
According to his representative, Rogers is currently undergoing treatment and is grateful for the outpouring of love and support from his fans. They added that support means more to him now than ever before.
The news of his diagnosis has led to an outpouring of support from fans and co-stars. Fellow “General Hospital” actor Maurice Benard, who plays Sonny Corinthos on the show, shared a heartfelt message on social media, saying, “My heart goes out to our dear friend Tristan Rogers. He’s a fighter and with the love and prayers from all of us he will beat this.”
Rogers’ diagnosis was also confirmed by People.com, who spoke to a source close to the actor. The source revealed that Rogers is surrounded by a supportive family and is determined to fight the disease.
Fox News also reported on Rogers’ diagnosis, highlighting his long and successful career in the soap opera world. They also mentioned that Rogers has been a fan favorite for decades, with his character Robert Scorpio becoming an iconic figure in the soap opera world.
New York Post also shared the news, mentioning that Rogers revealed his diagnosis on social media. In a now-deleted tweet, Rogers wrote, “I’m not feeling so good, I have been diagnosed with cancer.” He also added that he would be taking a break from social media to focus on his health and treatment.
Soap Opera Digest also covered the news, with a focus on the actor’s announcement on social media. They also shared that Rogers has been keeping busy with his work on “General Hospital” and his podcast “The Soaps in Depth.”
Rogers’ diagnosis comes as a shock to his fans and colleagues, who have been following his career for decades. However, with his positive attitude and determination to fight, it is clear that he is not letting this setback bring him down. Fans and co-stars alike are rallying around him, sending love and support during this difficult time.
As of now, there is no further information on Rogers’ diagnosis or treatment plan. However, the actor has made it clear that he is not giving up and will continue to fight with the support of his loved ones and fans. The “General Hospital” family is keeping him in their thoughts and is hopeful for a full recovery.