In just over a decade, the Australian actress has transformed from a Neighbours soap star into one of Hollywood’s most bankable, versatile, and beloved faces. But more than that, she has become a symbol of what modern stardom looks like: bold, brainy, and unafraid to challenge typecasting.
So, what makes Margot Robbie everyone’s favourite?
The answer lies in the characters she chooses, the risks she takes, and the undeniable charisma that follows her on and off screen. On her birthday, here’s a look at her most iconic performances, and why audiences across the world remain captivated by her.
Margot Robbie’s Best Performances (Shortlist)
1. The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
Breakout role as Naomi—confident, sharp, and impossible to ignore.
“I had one chance to make an impression.” She nailed it.
2. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)
Quietly haunting as Sharon Tate—less dialogue, more presence.
3. Birds of Prey & The Suicide Squad
Reimagined Harley Quinn as chaotic, feminist, and iconic.
4. Barbie (2023)
The role that made her a pop culture force. Funny, emotional, and subversive.
Co-produced. Led a billion-dollar phenomenon.
Why Everyone Loves Margot Robbie
So why is Margot Robbie everyone’s favourite? It’s not just her looks, her talent, or her versatility—it’s her intentionality. She’s part of a generation of actors who aren’t just trying to be famous—they’re trying to change how women are seen in cinema.
She champions female-led storytelling.
She chooses risk over comfort.
She’s never afraid to look messy, real, or imperfect.
She’s building a legacy, not just a filmography.
Whether she’s producing underdog stories (Promising Young Woman, Saltburn), redefining mainstream icons (Barbie), or simply making the red carpet feel fun again, Margot continues to blend power with playfulness.
At 35, Margot Robbie has already done what many actors take decades to achieve: she’s reinvented herself, and in doing so, has helped reinvent the industry. She’s the kind of favourite who inspires both awe and affection—someone you root for, both on screen and off.
So, here’s to Margot Robbie—our chaotic Barbie, our complex Tonya, our glamorous yet grounded queen of Hollywood. And something tells us, her best is still yet to come.