Before becoming the highly sought-after actress and the iconic Barbie in an upcoming film, Margot Robbie's life was far from glamorous.
Born on July 2, 1990, in Australia, she faced challenges, including the abandonment of her father, Doug Robbie, who owned a sugar cane farm. This early hardship compelled young Margot to take on various jobs to support her family while juggling her studies.
By the age of 17, Margot had already worked as a sales assistant in a surf shop, a secretary, and even in house cleaning. After graduating, she moved to Melbourne, where she found employment at Subway and was recognized as the 'employee of the year' in 2007. It was during this time that an independent film director discovered her, offering her a role in the low-budget film 'Vigilante,' marking her film debut and paving the way for opportunities in Australian television.
Margot's breakthrough came with her role in the series 'Neighbours,' where she portrayed Donna Freedman for over 300 episodes, earning her two Logie Award nominations. Later, she moved to London, sharing a modest four-bedroom flat with six friends, including her future husband, producer Tom Ackerley.
In 2013, Margot gained international fame for her role in Martin Scorsese's 'The Wolf of Wall Street,' alongside Leonardo DiCaprio. Success continued to follow her, and in 2014, she achieved financial success, gifting her mother a mortgage payment as a birthday present.
As Margot's career soared, she accumulated accolades, including the Best Action Actress award at the Critics' Choice Awards for 'The Suicide Squad' in 2016 and a People's Choice Award in 2017. Nominations for prestigious awards such as BAFTA, Oscar, and Golden Globe followed for her outstanding performance in 'I, Tonya.'
With a total of 103 nominations, Margot continued her impressive journey, notably starring in 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' in 2019, playing Sharon Tate alongside Brad Pitt. Little did she know that during the film's promotion, Pitt would compare her to a Barbie, a remark that gained ironic significance as she now prepares to bring the iconic doll to life in an upcoming film where she serves not only as the lead but also as a producer. Margot Robbie's extraordinary career trajectory from odd jobs to Hollywood royalty showcases her talent, resilience, and enduring success.
