Jules Robertson

Julius Robertson (born 1991) 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.

Career 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. He continued to play the part up until the show's last episode in 2022. His performance received acclaim from critics and neurodivergent organisations.

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.”

Later work Robertson has made guest appearances in Endeavour and Midsomer Murders.

Personal life Robertson was born in London. Robertson's Australian-born parents are barrister Geoffrey Robertson and author Kathy Lette. He has a younger sister, Georgina.

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”