Margot Robbie, a prominent producer and actress known for her role in 'Birds of Prey,' opens up about the challenges she faces in the industry.
Despite her accomplishments, she acknowledges that executives often direct their inquiries to male counterparts in meetings before approaching her, a reality she finds disheartening.
Robbie, set to portray Harley Quinn once again in the DC universe, recently graced the cover of Glamor magazine alongside co-stars Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Jurnee Smollett-Bell, and Rosie Perez.
In the interview, she candidly discusses the shared concerns and insecurities faced by actresses and celebrities alike. Reflecting on her past roles, she expresses a desire to offer words of comfort to her younger self, especially during her time as Donna in the series 'Neighbors,' where she grappled with imposter syndrome.
This phenomenon, Robbie notes, extends beyond the realm of acting and affects professionals across different fields. Despite her achievements as a producer, she reveals a prevalent issue where individuals, even when she holds decision-making authority, instinctively turn to older men for guidance. The actress bemoans this ingrained behavior, emphasizing how people tend to direct questions to her male colleagues, perpetuating a social construct deeply rooted in societal DNA.
Robbie reflects on the challenges she faces as a producer, detailing instances where even though she possesses the answers, questions are redirected to male counterparts. This behavior, she believes, stems from a deep-seated societal norm that has persisted for years.
However, she expresses optimism about the growing awareness of such biases, noting that people are now more attuned to the need for equality. Robbie concludes that the industry is in a transformative phase, with individuals increasingly recognizing the importance of embracing equality and rectifying longstanding imbalances.
