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Robert Naylor

Robert Naylor is a Canadian actor and musician, born on July 6, 1996.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Robert Naylor is a Canadian actor and musician, born on July 6, 1996, in Pointe-Claire, Quebec. He is best known for voicing Dora Winifred "D.W." Read on the animated series *Arthur* from 2007 to 2012. His career includes roles in both English- and French-language film and television productions.

Early life

Robert Naylor was born in Pointe-Claire, Quebec, Canada. He is described in public profiles as bilingual, speaking both English and French.

Acting career

Naylor began acting as a child and gained widespread recognition for his voice role as D.W. Read on *Arthur* from 2007 to 2012. He later appeared in a variety of film and television projects in both English and French.

Notable roles

Among his best-known credits are the lead role in *10 1/2* (2010), a recurring role on the U.S. series *Being Human*, a younger version of Theseus in *Immortals* (2011), and roles in *1.54* (2016) and *Ghost Town Anthology* (2019).

Other work

In addition to acting, Naylor is identified as a musician. Available profiles also note other performance-related skills and interests.

Key facts

  • Robert Naylor is a Canadian actor and musician born in 1996 in Pointe-Claire, Quebec.
  • He voiced D.W. Read on *Arthur* from 2007 to 2012.
  • His screen credits include *10 1/2*, *Being Human*, *Immortals*, *1.54*, and *Ghost Town Anthology*.
  • He is bilingual in English and French.
  • He is also a musician.
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Canadian context

Naylor is a Quebec-born Canadian performer whose work spans English- and French-language productions, making him relevant to both anglophone and francophone Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Robert Naylor?
Robert Naylor is a Canadian actor and musician known for child and teen roles in film and television.
What is Robert Naylor best known for?
He is best known for voicing D.W. Read on *Arthur* from 2007 to 2012.
When was Robert Naylor born?
He was born on July 6, 1996.
Where is Robert Naylor from?
He was born in Pointe-Claire, Quebec, Canada.
What languages does Robert Naylor speak?
He is described in public profiles as speaking both English and French.
What are some of Robert Naylor's acting credits?
His credits include *10 1/2*, *Being Human*, *Immortals*, *1.54*, and *Ghost Town Anthology*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Naylor_(actor)
    Supports: Birth date, Canadian nationality, acting and voice roles, and selected filmography.
  2. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Naylor
    Supports: Quebec birth, actor identification, and role in *10 1/2* and *19-2*.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/robert_naylor
    Supports: Birthplace, bilingual career description, and early acting credits.
  4. Agence M — https://agencem.com/actors/naylor-robert/
    Supports: Languages, artistic skills, and performer profile details.
  5. Wikimedia Commons — https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Robert_Naylor
    Supports: Date and place of birth, citizenship, occupation, and years active.