Both Tristan Rogers and Colin Atkinson, his character on The Young and the Restless, have passed away. However, both are set to make an appearance on Y&R on Tuesday, August 26.
The Young and the Restless, a special appearance
"Tristan Rogers was a respected member of the soap opera community, and he was a beloved member of The Young and the Restless family," Jess Walton (Jill) began in a pre-recorded video that was posted to the show's Instagram account.
"And I had the pleasure of being his scene partner for many years," the two-time Daytime Emmy-winner continued. "I adored working with him."
In the scene included in the above post, Rogers's trademark banter, wit, and charm (that he deftly displayed as Robert Scorpio on General Hospital for decades) are clearly evident in his scene with Walton. You can see that Jill is clearly exasperated by Colin's past treatment of her. Jill declares that it's just plain wrong to be intimate with someone you can't trust; Colin counters that trust, love, and attraction don't always have to go hand in hand.
Honoring Tristan Rogers

"On behalf of the entire Y&R family, Jess Walton pays tribute to her longtime scene partner, Tristan Rogers, who makes his final television appearance on tomorrow’s episode of The Young and the Restless," read a statement on the show's official Instagram account.
"As we revisit one of their most memorable scenes — an emotional moment between Jill and Colin from 2014— we are reminded of the lasting impact Tristan brought to our show, both on and off screen. He will forever be missed."
"Loved working with him so much," wrote Tracey Bregman (Lauren). "The scene where I find you two under my desk goes down in history!! Can you please send it to me. We need to put it up! Love you Sissy!! @jesswaltonyr."
"Be still my heart," praised Valarie Pettiford (Amy).
"To an amazing actor," added @joey6_3. "I loved his acting career both on Y&R and GH. Rest in peace 🕊🙏."
"These two had such passion and chemistry on screen in their roles," added @ediemontagano. "I would’ve loved to have seen more of them over the years."
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