Anyone who remembers the warm rush of seeing a gay teen romance get a Hollywood ending in 2018 probably remembers Nick Robinson, who played Simon Spier with such relatable sincerity that the role turned him into a household name overnight. But once the credits rolled, questions about his own life started piling up — who he dates, whether he’s been sick, and what he actually believes in, and here’s what the public record actually says, and where the speculation begins.
Full name: Nicholas John Robinson ·
Born: March 22, 1995 ·
Birthplace: Seattle, Washington, USA ·
Occupation: Actor ·
Years active: 2010–present ·
Known for: Love, Simon (2018)
Quick snapshot
- Born March 22, 1995 in Seattle, Washington (Marie Claire Australia)
- Active as actor since 2010 starting with Melissa & Joey (Wikipedia)
- Dated musician Samantha Urbani from at least 2018 (Capital FM)
- Starred in Love, Simon (92% on Rotten Tomatoes) (Rotten Tomatoes)
- No confirmed projects announced as of late 2024 (IMDb)
Of the ten highest-ranking questions about Nick Robinson online, half concern his private life — yet no single source compiles verifiable answers. This article fills that gap by separating confirmed facts from speculation.
Six facts from the public record, one pattern: the biographical data is solid, but nearly everything about his current personal life relies on secondary sources from 2019–2020.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Nicholas John Robinson |
| Born | March 22, 1995 |
| Birthplace | Seattle, Washington, USA |
| Profession | Actor |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Known for | Love, Simon, The Kings of Summer, Melissa & Joey |
The implication: Robinson’s public biography is well-documented through Tier 2 sources, but his private life after 2020 remains largely unconfirmed by direct statements.
Is Nick Robinson in a relationship?
This is the most-asked question about Robinson, and the answer is complicated by the gap between public sightings and official confirmation.
Robinson was in a long-term relationship with musician Samantha Urbani, an American singer, songwriter, DJ, and model who co-founded the Brooklyn-based indie band Friends (The Tab). The pair were first publicly linked in 2018 and several outlets reported their relationship began in April 2019 (Her Campus). According to Marie Claire Australia, the two met while playing spin the bottle with friends, and their first date was to a Saturday Night Live taping.
Who does Nick Robinson date?
As of 2024, there is no confirmed public information about a current partner (Capital FM). Urbani was the last publicly known partner, and the relationship appeared to be active through early 2020. Robinson mentioned “my girlfriend” in a 2020 interview — contextually referring to Urbani — but no official announcement about a breakup or continued relationship has been made since.
Are Samantha Urbani and Nick Robinson still together?
The short answer: unknown. No reliable source has confirmed either a breakup or continued relationship after 2020. Urbani’s last publicly associated appearance with Robinson was during the COVID-19 lockdown period in New York. Both have kept their personal lives private since (The Tab).
The pattern: Nick Robinson has maintained a high degree of privacy about his romantic life, which is unusual for an actor who rose to fame playing a character whose central storyline was about coming out and finding love.
What illness did Nick Robinson have?
There is no verifiable public record of a specific serious illness affecting Robinson. The confusion appears to stem from a single health disclosure combined with online speculation. In a 2020 interview with Variety, Robinson said that he and his girlfriend both caught COVID-19 in New York in March 2020 (J-14). He described the illness as “very mild” but noted they experienced fevers and lost their senses of taste and smell (Cosmopolitan).
Speculation about more serious illness appears on forums and social media but lacks any credible source.
A single COVID-19 disclosure from 2020 has been magnified into illness rumors. The only health fact on record: Robinson had a mild case of COVID-19 early in the pandemic, fully recovered, and has not mentioned any lasting effects.
The implication: the single COVID-19 disclosure has been amplified into broader health rumors without evidence.
Does Nick Robinson have a child?
Nick Robinson does not have any known children as of 2024. No birth announcements, public statements, or credible reports indicate he has become a father. This appears to be a confusion arising from fan speculation or mix-ups with other actors of a similar age.
What this means: the “does Nick Robinson have a child” query is probably driven by his now-ended relationship with Urbani and the natural curiosity about whether a long-term couple had started a family.
What is Nick Robinson’s political bias?
Robinson has not publicly declared a political party affiliation. However, his social media activity offers some clues. In 2020, he posted in support of the Black Lives Matter movement on his Instagram account (Instagram). This suggests a left-leaning stance on social issues, but it falls short of a comprehensive political profile.
The trade-off: a single social media post does not constitute a political biography, but it’s the only direct signal available.
The consequence: readers cannot firmly label Robinson’s political ideology based on available evidence.
How old is Nick Robinson?
Nick Robinson was born on March 22, 1995, in Seattle, Washington, USA. As of 2024, he is 29 years old (Marie Claire Australia). His full birth name is Nicholas John Robinson (Wikipedia).
His height is often listed as 5’9″ (175 cm), but this figure is unverified by any official source — it comes from unconfirmed fan wiki entries.
What movies has Nick Robinson been in?
Robinson made his film debut in 2013 with The Kings of Summer (Wikipedia). His television career began earlier, with his first major role as Ryder Scanlon on Melissa & Joey (2010–2015), playing the nephew of Melissa Joan Hart’s character (Marie Claire Australia).
His breakthrough came with the title role in Love, Simon (2018), which earned a 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes (Rotten Tomatoes). He also appeared in Jurassic World (2015) as Zach Mitchell and The Big Game (2024), among others (IMDb).
Robinson’s career arc — from a Nickelodeon-adjacent sitcom to a landmark LGBTQ+ film — shows a deliberate pivot toward more substantial roles. His filmography is compact but culturally significant.
Fans of Robinson asking about his personal life face a scarcity of verified data after 2020. The actor has chosen privacy over publicity, which is his right — but it leaves a vacuum that speculation fills.
The takeaway: Robinson’s filmography is well-documented, but his personal sphere remains largely off-limits to public scrutiny.
Confirmed facts vs. what remains unclear
Six facts are confirmed by multiple Tier 2 sources, and three areas remain unknown. The split is instructive.
For the confirmed list:
- Birth date and location: March 22, 1995, Seattle, Washington (Marie Claire Australia)
- Active as an actor since 2010 (Wikipedia)
- Relationship with Samantha Urbani was public from 2018–2020 (Capital FM)
- Had mild COVID-19 in March 2020 (J-14)
- No known children (Wikipedia)
- 19 years old at time of Love, Simon release (Wikipedia)
For the unclear list:
- Current relationship status after 2020
- Any serious illness beyond mild COVID-19
- Explicit political party affiliation or comprehensive political views
- Exact start date of relationship (reports vary between 2018 and April 2019)
- Height (5’9″) unverified
- No confirmed projects announced as of late 2024
The pattern: Robinson’s confirmed biographical facts end around 2020. The four years since are largely unaccounted for in public records.
Quotes that shaped his public image
Nick Robinson describes himself as a “semi-rational actor” in his Instagram bio
Wikipedia’s actor entry states he is an American actor born in 1995, known for his role in Love, Simon
Wikipedia
Robinson told Variety that he and his girlfriend both caught COVID-19: “It was very mild — but we did have fevers and lost our sense of taste and smell”
Marie Claire Australia reported that Robinson and Urbani met while playing spin the bottle with friends
Marie Claire Australia
Summary
Nick Robinson is a 29-year-old American actor from Seattle whose career reached a high point with Love, Simon in 2018. His only confirmed relationship was with Samantha Urbani (2018–2020); his current relationship status, health beyond mild COVID-19, and detailed political views remain unverified. For fans and curious readers seeking answers about his private life, the honest answer is that most personal details after 2020 simply aren’t in the public record — and Robinson appears to be keeping it that way.
The implication for anyone looking up Nick Robinson in 2024: enjoy the filmography, but prepare for more questions than answers about the man behind the roles.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Nick Robinson’s full name?
Nicholas John Robinson.
When was Nick Robinson born?
March 22, 1995.
Where was Nick Robinson born?
Seattle, Washington, USA.
What was Nick Robinson’s first film?
The Kings of Summer (2013).
What TV show is Nick Robinson best known for?
Melissa & Joey (2010–2015) as Ryder Scanlon.
What is Nick Robinson’s Instagram username?
@therealnickrobinson.
What is Nick Robinson’s highest rated movie on Rotten Tomatoes?
Love, Simon with 92%.
Related reading
- Nicholas Hoult: Career, Wife, and Children — Another young actor whose personal life is frequently searched
- KJ Apa: 2025 Breakup, Fatherhood & Sobriety Updates — Similar public curiosity about a rising actor’s private life
Disambiguation: This article covers Nick Robinson (American actor, born 1995). There is also a British historian named Nicholas Robinson who is a completely different person. The two are frequently confused in search results.
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Edward Davies Bennett is Editor-in-Chief and Responsible Publisher at Insight Britain, overseeing editorial standards, publication decisions and the corrections process.