Margot Robbie is one of the most successful and versatile actresses in the world today. She has starred in critically acclaimed films such as The Wolf of Wall Street, I, Tonya, and Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood, earning two Oscar nominations along the way. She has also become a fan favorite for her portrayal of Harley Quinn in the DC Extended Universe. But her latest role as Barbie in the live-action adaptation of the iconic doll has taken her career to new heights.
According to various reports , Robbie has made a whopping $50 million from the success of Barbie, which has grossed over $1 billion at the global box office. This makes her one of the highest-paid actresses in the world, and also one of the most powerful producers. Robbie not only starred in the film, but also co-produced it through her company LuckyChap Entertainment, which she founded with her husband Tom Ackerley and friends in 2014.
Robbie’s involvement in Barbie was not a given, however. She initially joined the project as a producer in 2018, after previous attempts to make the film with Amy Schumer and Anne Hathaway fell through. She was open to letting another actress play the lead role, but when Greta Gerwig came on board as the director, she wrote the part specifically for Robbie . Gerwig also had Ryan Gosling in mind for the role of Ken, and Robbie helped persuade him to join the cast .
Robbie’s decision to play Barbie was not motivated by vanity or nostalgia, but by a desire to tell a meaningful story that would resonate with audiences of all ages and backgrounds. In an interview with Vogue, she said: “This is going to sound stupid, but I really didn’t even think about playing Barbie until years into developing the project. It wasn’t that I ever wanted to play Barbie, or dreamt of being Barbie, or anything like that. It was more about what she represents.”
The film follows Barbie as she embarks on a journey of self-discovery after being expelled from Barbieland for not fitting in. Along the way, she meets various characters who help her realize her true potential and purpose. The film is a comedy with a heart, and a message of empowerment and diversity. Robbie said: “It’s about finding your voice and being comfortable with who you are. And it’s OK if you don’t know who you are yet.”
Robbie’s performance as Barbie has been praised by critics and audiences alike, who have applauded her charm, humor, and emotional range. She has also been credited for bringing a new dimension to the character, who has often been criticized for being unrealistic and superficial. Robbie said: “I think people maybe had low expectations of what a Barbie movie could be, and I hope we’ve surprised them.”
Robbie’s net worth is estimated at $60 million , which is impressive considering she started her career on an Australian soap opera called Neighbours. She moved to Hollywood in 2011, and landed her breakthrough role as Naomi Lapaglia in The Wolf of Wall Street in 2013. Since then, she has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, such as Martin Scorsese, Quentin Tarantino, Will Smith, and Nicole Kidman.
Robbie has also proven herself as a savvy producer, who is passionate about creating opportunities for women and underrepresented voices in film and television. Some of her notable projects include I, Tonya, Promising Young Woman, Dollface, and Maid. She said: “There’s only so much you can do as an actor. As a producer you get to be a part of the conversations about who is being hired, and in what roles and how much they’re getting paid.”
Robbie is not slowing down anytime soon. She has several upcoming projects in the works, including Asteroid City, Babylon, Pirates of the Caribbean 6, and The Big Short 2. She is also set to reprise her role as Harley Quinn in Gotham City Sirens and Suicide Squad 3. With her talent, charisma, and vision, Robbie is undoubtedly one of the most influential and inspiring figures in Hollywood today.
