Robson Green: Partner, Ex-Wife, Children, Net Worth & Biography

There’s a reason viewers keep coming back to Grantchester: Robson Green brings a warmth that makes even the quietest moments feel lived-in. But what about the life he leads when the cameras stop rolling? Over the years, the actor has built a steady television career while quietly navigating two marriages, a divorce, fatherhood, and a long-term relationship with a woman named Zoila. Here’s what the public record shows—and what remains private.

Born: 18 December 1964, Hexham, Northumberland, England ·
Profession: Actor, singer‑songwriter, television presenter ·
Known for: Casualty, Soldier Soldier, Grantchester ·
Current partner: Zoila (dating since ~2016) ·
Former spouse: Vanya Seager (m. 2001; div. 2013) ·
Children: One son, Taylor Robson Green

Seven facts from the official record, one pattern: the public knows a lot about Robson Green’s career but only fragments about his private life.

Is Robson Green in a relationship?

Yes. Robson Green has been in a relationship with a woman named Zoila since at least 2016. According to his official biography, the couple began living together in April 2016. They met at a gym in Newcastle, according to an interview with HELLO! magazine.

Who is Robson Green’s partner Zoila?

• Zoila’s full surname has not been publicly confirmed; earlier reports referred to her as Zoila Brozas or Zoila Short, but both remain unverified.
• Before her relationship with Green, she was reportedly married to a vicar from North Tyneside and worked as a Sunday school teacher (Entertainment Daily).
• The couple kept their relationship private for several years and were first photographed together on the set of Grantchester in 2018 (HELLO!).

Why did Robson Green split from his wife?

Robson Green has been married twice. His first marriage was to occupational therapist Alison Ogilvie from 22 June 1991 until their separation after about eight years; the divorce was finalized in 1999 (The Robson Green Website). Reports at the time suggested the marriage ended amid allegations of an affair, though neither party ever publicly confirmed the details (HELLO! magazine).

His second marriage was to Vanya Seager. The couple met in 1995 when Green was recording “Unchained Melody” at BMG Records (HELLO!). They married at Cliveden House in Buckinghamshire in 2001 after their son Taylor was born. In a joint statement on 30 October 2011, the pair said their relationship had “irretrievably broken down,” and the divorce was finalized in 2013 (The Robson Green Website).

“Our relationship has irretrievably broken down.” — Robson Green and Vanya Seager, joint statement, 30 October 2011 (as reported by HELLO!)

How long was Robson Green married?

In total, Green was married for about 16 years across two unions: eight years with Alison Ogilvie (1991–1999) and 12 years with Vanya Seager (2001–2013), though the second marriage overlapped with a separation period from 2011.

How many children does Robson Green have?

Robson Green has one son, Taylor Robson Green (also known as Taylor Seager‑Green), born in 2000 before his parents married (HELLO! magazine). Taylor was raised primarily by his mother but remained close to his father.

Who is Taylor Robson Green?

• Taylor is Green’s only child and was born in 2000.
• He lives a largely private life; little is known about his career or personal pursuits.
• After the divorce, Green said he and Vanya communicated only by text for the sake of their son (HELLO!).

The pattern: fatherhood has been the one constant through Green’s relationship changes, and he has consistently placed Taylor’s well‑being ahead of public drama.

Where does Robson Green live now?

Robson Green resides in Hexham, Northumberland, the same area where he was born (Wikipedia). He shares his home with Zoila, as confirmed by his official website.

Timeline signal

• 18 December 1964 – Born in Hexham, Northumberland.
• 1986 – First major TV role as Jimmy Powell in Casualty.
• 22 June 1991 – Marries Alison Ogilvie.
• 1995 – Meets Vanya Seager while recording “Unchained Melody.”
• 1999 – Divorce from Alison Ogilvie finalized.
• 2000 – Son Taylor Robson Green born.
• 2001 – Marries Vanya Seager at Cliveden House.
• 2011 – Announce that the marriage has “irretrievably broken down.”
• 2013 – Divorce from Vanya Seager finalized.
• April 2016 – Begins living with new partner Zoila (The Robson Green Website).
• 2023 – Sets record straight on his relationship with Zoila in a Grantchester interview (HELLO!).

Confirmed facts

• Robson Green was married to Vanya Seager from 2001 to 2013.
• He has one son, Taylor Robson Green, born in 2000.
• He currently lives in Northumberland.
• He has been in a relationship with Zoila since 2016.
• His first marriage was to Alison Ogilvie (1991–1999).

What’s unclear

• Zoila’s full surname and background have not been publicly confirmed.
• The exact date when his relationship with Zoila began is not independently verified.
• Details about why his first marriage ended remain unconfirmed beyond media reports.

“Robson Green has lived with Zoila since April 2016.” — The Robson Green Website (robsongreen.co.uk)

“He said he and Vanya would only ever communicate by text for the sake of their son.” — Report from HELLO! magazine

For fans of Robson Green, the picture of his private life is clearer than it was a decade ago, but one question remains: will he ever publicly share more about Zoila? The choice is his, but his track record suggests he’ll keep that part of his life off‑camera.

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