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Soap Legend Chris Robinson Dies at 86 | Star of General Hospital & The Bold and the Beautiful

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THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL & GENERAL HOSPITAL ICON CHRIS ROBINSON DEAD AT 86 — A DAYTIME LEGEND REMEMBERED

The world of daytime drama has lost one of its true pioneers. Veteran soap star Chris Robinson has passed away at the age of 86, following a long battle with illness. Robinson died peacefully in his sleep at his ranch near Sedona, Arizona, with heart failure confirmed as the cause of death.

The heartbreaking news was shared by his longtime friend and co-star MJ Allen, sending shockwaves through the soap opera community.

 A CAREER THAT SHAPED DAYTIME HISTORY

With a career spanning more than six decades, Chris Robinson became a household name through his unforgettable performances on two of daytime television’s most iconic series.

He first captured hearts as Dr. Rick Webber on General Hospital, a role he originated in 1978 and portrayed for eight pivotal seasons. Rick Webber wasn’t just a character — he was part of the foundation that helped General Hospital dominate an entire era of television.

Years later, Robinson brought gravitas and intensity to The Bold and the Beautiful, where he played Jack Hamilton beginning in 1992. Over 13 seasons, his presence added depth, maturity, and emotional weight to the Forrester universe, earning him a new generation of devoted fans.

 FROM CLASSIC TELEVISION TO SOAP IMMORTALITY

Robinson’s acting journey began in 1957 with an uncredited film role in The Midnight Story. By the early 1960s, he was a familiar face on television, appearing in series such as Colt .45 and Zane Grey Theater.

His breakout moment came with the war drama 12 O’Clock High, cementing his reputation as a serious, reliable actor long before his soap stardom.

Beyond soaps, Robinson also became briefly recognizable to mainstream audiences in the 1980s as the spokesperson for Vick’s Formula 44 cough syrup — though that chapter ended abruptly following a tax evasion case that temporarily sidelined his commercial career.

 RETURNS THAT MOVED FANS TO TEARS

Even after stepping away from regular roles, Robinson never truly left the genre that loved him back.

  • He appeared on Another World as Jason Frame

  • Returned to General Hospital in 2002 — only for Rick Webber to be shockingly killed off

  • And in 2013, he delivered one of his most emotional moments yet, appearing as Rick Webber’s spirit during General Hospital’s 50th anniversary special

His final on-screen role came in the 2022 independent film Just for a Week, where he reunited with MJ Allen — a quiet, fitting farewell to a lifelong passion for acting.

 A LEGACY THAT WILL NEVER FADE

Chris Robinson leaves behind more than a résumé. He leaves behind a legacy — one built on discipline, emotional truth, and unwavering dedication to daytime storytelling.

He is remembered as:

  • A consummate professional

  • A mentor to younger actors

  • A performer who treated soap opera drama with the same seriousness as primetime television

For fans, his characters were companions through decades of daily life. For colleagues, he was a pillar of the craft.

 Our thoughts are with Chris Robinson’s family, friends, and the millions of fans who loved him.
Though the screen has gone dark, his work lives on — forever part of soap history.