# General Hospital Reaches 16,000 Episodes, Introduces Character Named After Tristan Rogers

The long-running soap opera "General Hospital" has aired its 16,000th episode. The show also added a new character named after veteran actor Tristan Rogers in tribute. This milestone highlights the show's enduring popularity and honors Rogers' legacy.

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### Entertainment
- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/general-hospital-16000-episodes-tristan-rogers-1236809766/) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:27:50 +0000