Margot Robbie

Margot Elise Robbie is an Australian actress and producer recognized for her work in both blockbuster and independent films. Nominated for three Academy Awards, six BAFTA Awards, and four Golden Globe Awards, Robbie has become one of the most influential figures in the film industry. Born and raised in Queensland, she began her career in 2008 and gained international fame for her breakthrough role in Martin Scorsese's The Wolf of Wall Street in 2013. She has continued to receive critical acclaim for her diverse roles. In 2017, Time recognized her as one of the 100 most influential people globally, and Forbes named her as the world's highest-paid actress in 2023. Along with her husband, filmmaker Tom Ackerley, Robbie co-founded the production company LuckyChap Entertainment, producing several acclaimed films.

Robbie's early life was spent on her grandparents' Currumbin Valley farm in the Gold Coast hinterland. An energetic child, she dove into the world of performing early, putting on shows at home and excelling at trapeze in circus school. After several years of working in local television, she moved to the United States, where her career took off exponentially. Today Robbie is recognized not just for her acting prowess, but also for her dedication to promoting female-driven stories. Off-screen, she is known for her support of human rights, women's rights, gender equality, and LGBT rights.