Anyone who has ever met Margot Robbie has felt the abundant energy of an emerging star passionate about her work. People compare this 26-year-old girl to bright sunshine because of her lively face, always wide-open smile, and seductive figure that burns every look. Hidden in it is a great ambition, a persistent spirit and a constant effort to reach the aura.
Margot Robbie photographed for Vanity Fair
Originally a “country girl” from the farm area of Southern Queensland, Australia, Margot Robbie had a simple childhood, surrounded by mountains, rivers, sun and wind. Having studied drama at school, Robbie never thought she would become a professional actress, because at the age of 16 she was still busy cleaning houses, selling at fast food restaurants and surf shops to make money. help the mother raise the family. “I don’t even think acting is a career for me. That future may only happen to people who grow up in Hollywood.” – Robbie confided.
Margot Robbie at 17 years old
Many stars were once as anonymous as “Harley Quinn”, but each person’s path to success is different. For Margot Robbie, it’s all about consistency, determination and calculation. As soon as she realized what she wanted, Margot Robbie did everything to achieve it. The opportunities that came to her were not entirely due to luck but were the result of a careful preparation process.
In 2006, Margot Robbie was invited to act in a small film in her hometown, which was actually more of a filmmaking exercise. A few weeks on set were enough for Robbie to realize he loved acting. A year later, the 17-year-old “country girl” went alone to Melbourne – the drama capital of Australia. With no friends and no money, she slept on someone else’s sofa. Robbie found an agent, attended a series of auditions and finally landed a role in a small children’s film. “I worked with Liam Hemsworth, before he and I were known as we are today” – she happily recalled.
Starting roles are a great exercise for Margot Robbie. When she took on the role of the talkative Donna Freedman in the Australian television series Neighbors, she had to memorize up to 60 pages of dialogue every day. The effort was rewarded, from a guest role to a regular character, Margot Robbie quickly became familiar with housewives across Australia.
A scene from Neighbors
As an ambitious person, Robbie immediately dreamed of America when she assessed that her acting career had a perfect future. People only see Donna Freedman doing comedy every day in Neighbors, they don’t see Margot Robbie preparing for Hollywood from that very day. The first thing she did was… research about Australians who had visited the film capital. Some successes include Russell Crowe, Naomi Watss, Heath Ledger, Chris Hemsworth…; But there are also too many failures. How to avoid falling into the footsteps of others?
Margot Robbie saved money, took acting classes on her days off, hired a teacher to teach her how to speak English with an American accent, and constantly urged her agent to find audition opportunities for her in Hollywood. Just five days after her Neighbors contract ended, she moved to California, applied for the TV remake of Charlie’s Angels, but was cast in Pan Am instead. At the age of 21, Margot Robbie was able to go to New York – where she had a “fateful” audition for The Wolf of Wall Street with Leonardo DiCaprio and director Martin Scorsese.
Margot Robbie and Leonardo DiCaprio
The character Naomi Lapaglia in The Wolf of Wall Street is described as “the hottest blonde”. Like “all other actresses”, Margot Robbie submitted an audition video but did not expect her profile to be considered, because the film was too big and her name was modest with only a few TV series. and supporting role in About Time. When The Wolf of Wall Street’s casting department called – in early June 2012 – Robbie was still partying in London with friends all weekend.
Returning home at 6 a.m., I saw hundreds of missed calls and a message from my agent: “You have to get on a plane to New York in a few hours to prepare for your audition with Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio.” Margot Robbie panicked and ran to the airport, rushing to New York to meet people from the film crew in jeans and flat shoes. “This won’t do. There are a lot of stores nearby. You better go buy a tight short dress and the highest shoes you can find.” – so people told Margot Robbie.
A pretty classic scene in “The Wolf of Wall Street”
The audition the next day was very tense. Margot Robbie failed in the first scene, with the scenario being the date of the “Wolf of Wall Street” with the charming Naomi. “There were only 3 lines, but I accidentally glanced at it, causing Leo to ask an unexpected question: ‘What does that look mean?’. I was so surprised, I knew I had to improvise right away, but I failed miserably. Leonardo DiCaprio is very powerful, he could even play my role without even opening my eyes. I couldn’t keep up, I couldn’t say anything interesting and just looked panicked.”
Luckily, the next scene made Margot Robbie score points. It’s an argument scene between a couple. Throughout the argument, she was still overwhelmed by Leo, but the last 30 seconds changed everything. At this time, Leo softened his voice: “You should feel happy to have a husband like me. Come here and kiss me.” Margot Robbie approached, her mind constantly torn between the only chance to… kiss Leo and the only chance to change her whole life. Finally, she decided to slap the veteran actor straight in the face and curse him. The whole auditorium was silent.
“Maybe I’m about to be arrested for violating another person’s body. I’ll never be able to act again. People will sue me!” – that was Margot Robbie’s first thought. Luckily, a few seconds later, director Martin and Leo burst out laughing. Martin complimented Robbie and Leo was like “Slap me back.”
Margot Robbie got the role when she was only 22 years old. The role completely changed her life, something that would have taken another 5 or 10 years for others. Margot Robbie always thanks The Wolf of Wall Street, but at the same time she has a certain confidence that she deserves such opportunities.
Possessing sexy curves, she is considered Hollywood’s new “sex bomb”, but Margot Robbie does not want to abuse hot scenes to become famous. She only agrees to show off her body when it is necessary and reasonable for the character’s personality, not for the purpose of attracting customers. “In the low-budget movie I participated in in Australia, there was a nude shower scene, but it was not as sexy and bold as in The Wolf of Wall Street. It felt awkward at that time, dozens of people stood watching you have sex. But I think, if it’s something that needs to be done, let’s do it as soon as possible.”
Margot Robbie in a photo shoot inspired by “sex symbol” Marilyn Monroe
Even when playing Harley Quinn, Robbie once complained to the director about the outfit being too sexy. David Ayer convinced that this must be the case to highlight the crazy personality of the “clown who missed a step”. Margot Robbie agreed, but she never felt comfortable wearing that revealing outfit. “I filmed a scene wearing a wet, tight white T-shirt when I had just finished lunch. The outfit makes you extremely nervous.”
Margot Robbie is sexy in the role of Harley Quinn
If anyone has seen Margot Robbie in Focus, The Wolf of Wall Street and Suicide Squad, they will probably agree that “sex bomb” or “sex symbol” are not appropriate titles for this star. The body’s curves are just a strong point that complements the sharp face and overwhelmingly strong personality. Margot Robbie is best suited for the roles of wise, crazy or even cunning women, rather than shrinking into a weak “blonde” who only knows how to flirt and bend around.
That’s the ambition, but Margot Robbie hates having to trade privacy for fame. “The paparazzi lurk outside my house day and night, waiting for me to appear in a bad shape. The moment I drink beer, eat a hamburger or don’t wear makeup, they will take 10 million photos and then choose the terrible ones.” to post. Of course, as an actor you have to deal with that, but I personally had two life lessons.”
The first lesson was that after the photo of me eating a hamburger was released, I received dozens of phone calls from the studio. ‘Why do you eat hamburgers? Why did we hire you a personal trainer?’. The team that made my pictures was also extremely angry. I had to sit for hours listening to people scold me.”
“The second lesson was when filming Focus with Will Smith, I invited him to eat ice cream with the whole crew. Will Smith refused, I challenged again: ‘Go with everyone, it’ll be fun, maybe you’re too familiar. with sitting in a black car. Try going out, it’s not that crazy’. Will Smith agreed, but as soon as we stepped out into the street, a crowd chased him with guns Acting passionately. Will’s bodyguard even had to fight with a few people. After that, I apologized to Will and admitted that I should bring him ice cream.”
Margot Robbie stars with Will Smith in “Focus”
…and “Suicide Squad”
5 years since entering showbiz, Margot Robbie is always in a hurry. “When I received the call to audition, I rushed to the airport, many times not having time to get home to pick up my luggage. Working 5 days/week, 17 hours/day. I always love this busy job but sometimes it’s tiring. I’m tired. I want to rest, wear a T-shirt and loafers to join the crowd in the middle of the street.” In fact, her private life is still simple like everyone else’s. Rented a house in London, lived with close friends who weren’t famous, and loved assistant director Tom Ackerley for nearly two years.
Even though she is remembered as the young lover of the “Wolf of Wall Street”, the Janes of the legendary Tarzan, and the wild Harley Quinn who gave her heart to the Joker in DC Comics, Margot Robbie still constantly looks for challenges. new. When asked how long she wants to stick with one character, Robbie replied: “I hope forever. I feel like I can play Harley Quinn for a long time. I’ve already signed the contract, I think everyone wants to make a long-term commitment to a few films because there are many things they can do for their characters.”
Fans are looking forward to Harley Quinn having her own movie
