Jules Robertson
British actor (born 1991)
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Julius Robertson (born 1991)[1] is a British actor, best known for his role as Jason Haynes in the BBC medical drama Holby City. Both Robertson and the character of Jason are autistic.
1991 (age 34–35)
- Geoffrey Robertson (father)
- Kathy Lette (mother)
Jules Robertson | |
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| Born | Julius Robertson 1991 (age 34–35) London, England |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2014–present |
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Career
When he was eighteen, Robertson decided to become an actor. He enrolled at Regent's University, London, becoming their first known autistic pupil [citation needed]. He subsequently won a college award for excellence. He later joined Access All Areas, which solely represents neurodivergent actors.[1]
Holby City
In 2015, Robertson was cast in the semi-regular role of Jason Haynes in Holby City, becoming one of the first autistic actors to actually play a neurodivergent role in a major BBC drama.[2] He continued to play the part up until the show's last episode in 2022. His performance received acclaim from critics and neurodivergent organisations.[3][4][5]
Robertson expressed hopes that his character would inspire further representation for those on the spectrum: “I hope that I'm seen as a role model. I hope that I'm encouraging people with other conditions or people who are on the spectrum and have autism or mild learning difficulties. If they watch me on Holby City I hope I'm showing them that it can happen for them and they shouldn't lose faith and hope.”[6]
Later work
Robertson has made guest appearances in Endeavour and Midsomer Murders.[1] He has expressed interest in playing a James Bond villain, and hopes to become the first neurodivergent actor to portray Hamlet.[1][7]
Personal life
Robertson was born in London.[8] Robertson's Australian-born parents are barrister Geoffrey Robertson and author Kathy Lette.[9] He has a younger sister, Georgina.[10]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Mad Cows | Boy in mothercare | Credited as Julius Robertson |
| 2016–2022 | Holby City | Jason Haynes | 49 episodes |
| 2017 | Air | Danny | Short film |
| 2021 | Endeavour | Debating Society President | Episode: “Colours” |
| 2021 | Love | Oscar | Short film |
| 2022 | Midsomer Murders | Charlie Cabot | Episode: “The Debt of Lies” |