Robin Lord Taylor Bio: Husband, Age, Movies, Parents, Kids, Net Worth, TV Shows, Height,

Biography

Robin Lord Taylor, born June 4, 1978, in Shueyville, Iowa, is a celebrated American actor and director best known for his role as Oswald Cobblepot (The Penguin) in the Fox series Gotham (2014–2019).

A graduate of Northwestern University with a Bachelor of Science in theatre, he has appeared in films like Accepted (2006), Another Earth (2011), Would You Rather (2012), and John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019), as well as TV series including You (2019) and The Walking Dead.

Taylor also voiced The Outsider in the video games Dishonored 2 (2016) and Dishonored: Death of the Outsider (2017). Openly gay, he has been married to Richard DiBella since 2011 and resides in New York City.

American actor and director
Robin Lord Taylor
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Robin Lord Taylor
Born:	4 June 1978 (age 47 years old)
Place of Birth:	Shueyville, Iowa, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	Solon High School, Northwestern University
Height:	1.68 m
Parents:	Robert Harmon Taylor, Mary Susan
Siblings:	Susan Taylor Chehak
Spouse:	Richard Dibella (m. 2011)
Boyfriend • Partner:	Not Dating
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Actor • Director
Net Worth:	$6 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Robin Lord Taylor was born on June 4, 1978, in Shueyville, Iowa, a small town in Johnson County.

His ethnicity is primarily of Scottish descent, with his family having deep roots in Iowa. He is a Christian. He was born to parents Robert Harmon Taylor and Mary Susan Taylor. Taylor has one sister named Susan Taylor Chehak.

Growing up in Iowa, Taylor developed an early passion for acting, participating in local theatre productions. He attended Solon High School, where he was involved in drama and performing arts.

After graduating, he pursued higher education at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, a prestigious institution known for its theatre program. There, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in theatre, honing his acting skills and preparing for a professional entertainment career.

Career

Robin Lord Taylor is an actor known for his intense, versatile performances across film, television, and video games, with a career rooted in strong theatrical training from Northwestern University.

He began his journey in the early 2000s, taking on small roles in both TV and film, including guest appearances on Law & Order (2005) and Life on Mars (2008), as well as a brief part in the comedy Accepted (2006). These early roles laid the groundwork for a career marked by range and emotional depth.

Taylor began attracting attention with roles in independent features such as the sci-fi drama Another Earth (2011) and the psychological horror film Would You Rather (2012), demonstrating his ability to handle both cerebral and chilling material.

However, his breakout moment came in 2014 when he was cast as Oswald Cobblepot—better known as The Penguin—in Fox’s Gotham (2014–2019). His chilling yet emotionally layered portrayal of the iconic Batman villain garnered critical acclaim and a devoted fan base. Taylor’s performance stood out for its unique blend of vulnerability, ambition, and menace, solidifying his place in the spotlight.

While Gotham became the cornerstone of his career, Taylor continued working across various platforms. He appeared in the indie drama The House Is Burning (2006), the crime thriller Cold Comes the Night (2013), and later took on supporting roles in high-profile projects like John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019), playing a mysterious tech administrator.

That same year, he joined the cast of Netflix’s You, portraying the disturbed character Will in its second season. He also made a guest appearance in The Walking Dead and starred in The Mandela Effect (2019), a sci-fi film that explores themes of memory and parallel realities.

In addition to his live-action work, Taylor has lent his voice to the enigmatic character known as The Outsider in the popular video games Dishonored 2 (2016) and Dishonored: Death of the Outsider (2017), showcasing his talent in interactive media.

Taylor has also explored directing, though he has kept much of that work out of the public eye. His career reflects a steady ascent from modest beginnings to becoming a recognizable figure in both mainstream and independent circles.

Known for his compelling portrayals of dark, morally complex characters, Robin Lord Taylor continues to evolve as a dynamic force in the entertainment industry.

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Personal Life

Robin Lord Taylor was born on June 4, 1978, making him 47 years old as of June 15, 2025.

He is openly gay and has been married to Richard DiBella, a production designer, since June 18, 2011. The couple has maintained a private relationship, and there are no public records or reports of any previous marriages for Taylor. They do not have any children, based on available information, and Taylor has not shared plans or intentions regarding parenthood.

Standing at approximately 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters) tall, Taylor has a compact build that complements his often intense, dynamic roles.

Net Worth

Robin Lord Taylor has an estimated net worth of $6 million, primarily earned through his acting career, notably his role as Oswald Cobblepot in Gotham (2014–2019), where he reportedly earned $17,500 per episode.

Additional income comes from roles in films like John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019), You (2019), and voice work in Dishonored 2 (2016), as well as his work as a director.

Filmography

Movies

• The House Is Burning (2006) – Phil
• Accepted (2006) – Abernathy Darwin Dunlap
• August (2008) – Guy
• Assassination of a High School President (2008) – Alex Schneider
• Last Day of Summer (2009) – Jason
• Another Earth (2011) – Jeff Williams
• The Melancholy Fantastic (2011) – Dukken
• Would You Rather (2012) – Julian
• Cold Comes the Night (2013) – Quincy
• Moving On (2014) – Nick
• The Mandela Effect (2019) – Matt
• John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019) – Administrator

TV Shows

• Law & Order (2005, 2007, 2010) – Various roles (Dale, Jared Weston, Cedric)
• Life on Mars (2008) – Jimmy
• Person of Interest (2012) – Ajax
• The Good Wife (2012) – Hayden
• The Walking Dead (2013) – Sam
• Gotham (2014–2019) – Oswald Cobblepot / The Penguin (main role, 100 episodes)
• You (2019) – Will Bettelheim
• Law & Order: Organized Crime (2021) – Sebastian McClane
• Kevin Can Fk Himself** (2021–2022) – Nick
• American Horror Stories (2024) – Gerald

Video Games

• Dishonored 2 (2016) – The Outsider (voice)
• Dishonored: Death of the Outsider (2017) – The Outsider (voice)

Directing

• Specific directing credits are limited in public records, but Taylor has expressed interest in directing, and some sources suggest he has worked on small projects, though no specific titles are widely documented.