Career Timeline of Margot Robbie: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Margot Robbie built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Margot Robbie is a highly acclaimed Australian actress and producer known for her work in both mainstream and independent films. She has received numerous award nominations, including three Academy Awards. In 2017, Time recognized her as one of the world's most influential people, and in 2023, Forbes named her the highest-paid actress globally, highlighting her significant impact and success in the entertainment industry.
1933: 'Amsterdam' Based on 1933 Business Plot
Margot Robbie starred in David O. Russell's period comedy 'Amsterdam' based on the 1933 Business Plot.
1969: 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' set in 1969 Los Angeles
The movie 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood', in which Margot Robbie played Sharon Tate, tells the story of a fading character actor and his stunt double as they navigate New Hollywood in 1969 Los Angeles, with the Tate-LaBianca murders serving as a backdrop.
June 2008: Began playing Donna Freedman in Neighbours
In June 2008, Margot Robbie began playing Donna Freedman in the television soap opera Neighbours, initially as a guest character before being promoted to the regular cast.
2008: Career Begins on Neighbours
In 2008, Margot Robbie began her career on the Australian television series Neighbours, marking her debut in the entertainment industry.
2008: Television Debut in City Homicide
In 2008, Margot Robbie made her television debut in a guest role as Caitlin Brentford in the drama series City Homicide, followed by a role in The Elephant Princess.
2011: Lands Role in Pan Am
In 2011, Margot Robbie landed the role of Laura Cameron in the period drama series Pan Am after arriving in America.
2011: Regular on Neighbours and Stars in Pan Am
In 2011, Robbie was a regular on Neighbours and then moved to the United States to star in the television series Pan Am.
2012: Pan Am Series Ends
In 2012, the television series Pan Am, starring Margot Robbie, concluded its run after one season.
2013: About Time and The Wolf of Wall Street
In 2013, Margot Robbie appeared in About Time, and achieved her breakthrough with The Wolf of Wall Street.
2013: Breakthrough Role in The Wolf of Wall Street
In 2013, Margot Robbie had her breakthrough role in Martin Scorsese's black comedy film The Wolf of Wall Street, gaining widespread recognition.
2014: Co-founded LuckyChap Entertainment
In 2014, Margot Robbie and her husband, Tom Ackerley, co-founded the production company LuckyChap Entertainment.
2014: Fundraising for Motion Picture & Television Fund
In 2014, Margot Robbie participated in a fundraising event in support of the Motion Picture & Television Fund.
2015: Appears in Four Films
In 2015, Margot Robbie appeared in four films including Focus, Suite Française, Z for Zachariah, and The Big Short.
2015: Leading role in Z for Zachariah
In 2015, Margot Robbie had her first leading role in Craig Zobel's post-apocalyptic drama Z for Zachariah, based on Robert C. O'Brien's book of the same name. She also made a cameo appearance in The Big Short.
2015: Raising Funds Through BGC Global Charity Day
In 2015, Margot Robbie helped raise $12 million through the BGC Global Charity Day fundraising event.
2015: Pitching 'Birds of Prey' to Warner Bros.
In 2015, Margot Robbie pitched the idea for 'Birds of Prey', a female ensemble action film, to Warner Bros.
October 2016: Hosts Saturday Night Live
In October 2016, Margot Robbie hosted the season 42 premiere of NBC's Saturday Night Live.
October 2016: Support for Same-Sex Marriage on 'Saturday Night Live'
In October 2016, while hosting Saturday Night Live, Margot Robbie supported same-sex marriage in Australia by wearing a T-shirt with a rainbow map of the country.
2016: Starring Roles as Jane Porter and Harley Quinn
In 2016, Margot Robbie achieved wider recognition with starring roles as Jane Porter in The Legend of Tarzan and as Harley Quinn in the DC Extended Universe film Suicide Squad.
2016: Support for Refugees
In 2016, Margot Robbie joined a petition supporting families forced to flee conflict and persecution and donated to UNICEF's "Children First" campaign.
2016: Portrays Harley Quinn in Suicide Squad and Hosts Saturday Night Live
In 2016, Margot Robbie portrayed Harley Quinn in Suicide Squad and hosted the season 42 premiere of Saturday Night Live in October.
2016: Stars in Whiskey Tango Foxtrot and The Legend of Tarzan
In 2016, Margot Robbie reunited with Ficarra and Requa in Whiskey Tango Foxtrot and played Jane Porter in The Legend of Tarzan.
2017: Goodbye Christopher Robin Release
In 2017, Margot Robbie collaborated with Domhnall Gleeson in Simon Curtis' Goodbye Christopher Robin, a biographical drama.
2017: Critical Acclaim for I, Tonya
In 2017, Margot Robbie received critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for her portrayal of Tonya Harding in the biopic I, Tonya.
2017: Release of I, Tonya
In 2017, Margot Robbie's film I, Tonya was released, receiving critical acclaim.
2018: Acquiring Rights for 'Barbie' Movie
As a producer, Margot Robbie bought the rights from Mattel for a film about the Barbie doll in 2018.
2018: Performance as Queen Elizabeth I in Mary Queen of Scots
In 2018, Margot Robbie garnered acclaim for her performance as Queen Elizabeth I in the film Mary Queen of Scots.
2018: Fundraising for Motion Picture & Television Fund
In 2018, Margot Robbie participated in a fundraising event in support of the Motion Picture & Television Fund.
2018: Support for Time's Up Initiative
In 2018, Margot Robbie pledged to support the Time's Up initiative to protect women from harassment and discrimination.
2018: Roles in 'Peter Rabbit', 'Terminal', 'Slaughterhouse Rulez', and 'Mary Queen of Scots'
In 2018, Margot Robbie voiced Flopsy Rabbit in 'Peter Rabbit', a box office success. She also appeared in the critically and commercially unsuccessful films 'Terminal' and 'Slaughterhouse Rulez'. Robbie's final 2018 film was 'Mary Queen of Scots', where she played Queen Elizabeth I. While the film received mixed reviews, Robbie's performance was praised, earning her BAFTA and Screen Actors Guild Award nominations.
2019: Produced Dollface
In 2019, LuckyChap Entertainment, co-founded by Margot Robbie, produced the Hulu series Dollface.
2019: Role in 'Bombshell' and Awards Nominations
In 2019, Margot Robbie starred as Kayla Pospisil in 'Bombshell', a film about sexual harassment at Fox News. Her performance received positive reviews and earned her nominations for an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, and a Screen Actors Guild Award, all in the Best Supporting Actress category. She also received two nominations for the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performances in both 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' and 'Bombshell'.
2019: Roles in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and Bombshell
In 2019, Margot Robbie starred as Sharon Tate in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and as a Fox News employee in Bombshell, earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for Bombshell.
2019: Roles in 'Dreamland' and 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood'
In 2019, Margot Robbie starred in 'Dreamland' and Quentin Tarantino's 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood', where she portrayed Sharon Tate. She prepared for the role by meeting with Tate's family and friends. 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to critical acclaim and commercial success.
2020: Produced Promising Young Woman
In 2020, LuckyChap Entertainment, co-founded by Margot Robbie, produced the film Promising Young Woman.
2020: Fundraising for Motion Picture & Television Fund
In 2020, Margot Robbie participated in a fundraising event in support of the Motion Picture & Television Fund.
2020: Reprising Harley Quinn in 'Birds of Prey'
In 2020, Margot Robbie reprised her role as Harley Quinn in 'Birds of Prey'. She had pitched the idea for the female ensemble action film to Warner Bros. in 2015 and spent three years developing the project.
April 2021: Receiving the RAD Impact Award
In April 2021, Margot Robbie received the inaugural RAD Impact Award for her philanthropy and shared the prize with Youngcare.
2021: Produced Maid
In 2021, LuckyChap Entertainment, co-founded by Margot Robbie, produced the Netflix miniseries Maid.
2021: Roles in 'Peter Rabbit 2' and 'The Suicide Squad'
In 2021, Margot Robbie reprised her voice role in 'Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway' and her role as Harley Quinn in 'The Suicide Squad'. She also served as an executive producer for the Netflix miniseries Maid.
2022: Dollface Streaming
From 2019 to 2022, Margot Robbie executive produced the comedy series Dollface, which streamed on Hulu.
2022: Reprising Donna Freedman in Neighbours, roles in Amsterdam and Babylon
In 2022, Margot Robbie reprised her role as Donna Freedman in the final episode of Neighbours. She also starred in 'Amsterdam' and 'Babylon'. While her performance in 'Babylon' was praised, both films were not critically successful. Some commentators labeled her as "box office poison" due to the underperformance of these movies.
2022: Starring role in Babylon
In 2022, Margot Robbie starred as an aspiring actress in the period film Babylon.
2023: World's highest-paid actress
In 2023, Forbes named Margot Robbie the world's highest-paid actress, acknowledging her financial success and prominence in the entertainment industry.
2023: Produced Barbie and Saltburn
In 2023, LuckyChap Entertainment, co-founded by Margot Robbie, produced the films Barbie and Saltburn.
2023: Roles in 'Asteroid City' and 'Barbie'
In 2023, Margot Robbie appeared in 'Asteroid City' and starred in 'Barbie', which she also produced. 'Barbie' became her highest-grossing release, earning her further BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations.
2023: Producing 'Saltburn'
In 2023, Margot Robbie produced Emerald Fennell's second directorial, Saltburn.
2023: Stars in Barbie
In 2023, Margot Robbie starred as the titular fashion doll in the fantasy comedy Barbie, which became her highest-grossing release. As the producer, she earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture.
2024: Release of 'My Old Ass' and Upcoming Roles
The 2024 Sundance Film Festival marked the release of Margot Robbie's next production, Megan Park's comedy film My Old Ass. Robbie will next star in A Big Bold Beautiful Journey and Wuthering Heights, adapted from the novel.
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