| Jules Robertson | |
| Birth Name: | Julius Robertson |
| Birth Place: | London, England |
| Occupation: | Actor |
| Family: | Geoffrey Robertson Kathy Lette (parents) |
| Years Active: | 2014–present |
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 have Autism.
When he was eighteen, Robertson decided to become an actor. He enrolled at Regent's University, London, becoming their first known autistic pupil. He subsequently won a college award for excellence. He later joined Access All Areas, which solely represents neurodivergent actors.[1]
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]
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]
Robertson was born in London.[8] Robertson's parents are barrister Geoffrey Robertson and author Kathy Lette.[9] He has a younger sister, Georgina.[10]
| 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” |