Not every gift from a co-star turns out to be sweet or meaningful. Sometimes, it becomes a story you laugh about years later. And that’s exactly what happened to Margot Robbie. Margot Robbie has always been open about her experiences in Hollywood, both good and uncomfortable.
In a recent chat, the actress shared what she called the “worst gift” she has ever received from someone she worked with. Her reaction was equal parts shock and humor. Now, fans are curious to know who gave it to her and what made it so terrible.
The Book That Left Margot Robbie Shocked and Offended
Margot Robbie opened up about the worst gift she has ever received during a video interview with Complex. While chatting with popstar Charli XCX, she did not hesitate when asked the question. “Very, very early in my career, an actor I worked with, a male actor, gave me a book called Why French Women Don’t Get Fat, and it was essentially a book telling you to eat less,” Margot explained.
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The book, written by Mireille Guiliano, was published in 2007 as a lifestyle guide. But for Robbie, the gesture behind receiving it felt pointed. She reacted bluntly at the time, recalling, “I was like, ‘Whoa, f*** you, dude!’” She chose not to reveal the actor’s name but made it clear that the incident happened long ago. “I have no idea where he would even be now. This was really back in the day,” she said, brushing off any speculation about the identity of the co-star.
Margot added that the message behind the present felt unmistakable. He essentially gave her a book to let her know she should lose weight. “I was like, ‘Wow,’” she said, clearly still taken aback by the memory.
During the interview, Charli XCX could not resist reacting to Robbie’s story. Looking straight into the camera, she joked, “Your career’s over, babe,” clearly poking fun at the outdated mindset behind the book gift.
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Margot first stepped onto the screen in 2008, just a year after ‘Why French Women Don’t Get Fat‘ hit shelves. She began her career with roles in Australian television series like Neighbours, City Homicide, and Vigilante, steadily building her résumé.
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Her big breakthrough came in 2012 with Pan Am, which introduced her to a wider audience. The following year, she skyrocketed to global fame with her role opposite Leonardo DiCaprio in The Wolf of Wall Street. Since then, Robbie has secured her status as one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars.
Since then, Robbie has secured her status as one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars. She headlined major productions including Suicide Squad, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and the record-breaking Barbie. Her career trajectory makes that early “advice” feel even more absurd.
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