Robert Cooper

Robert Cooper (born 1950) is a British television producer who served as Head of Drama at BBC Northern Ireland. He played a significant role in developing television drama production in Northern Ireland and is associated with the film Truly, Madly, Deeply. the son of Alan G. Cooper and Helen M. Cooper (née Brown). He was educated at Harefield Primary School, Whitehall Junior School in Uxbridge, St Nicholas Grammar School in Northwood, and Altrincham Boys' Grammar School. He later studied English and Drama at the University of Hull (1969–1972). Initially, he divided his time between Belfast and England, commuting at weekends while his family remained in Glossop. Working with Triggs, he was involved in productions including the television film Margaret, which was developed over several years with the BBC, and the adaptation Room at the Top, which won the BAFTA Award for Best Mini-Series in 2013.

Personal life Cooper was married to the actress Jenny Howe, with whom he has two daughters, including playwright Zoe Cooper.

During his move to Northern Ireland in 1987, Howe remained in Glossop with their children while Cooper travelled between Belfast and England.