Margot Robbie, now one of Hollywood’s biggest names, once came close to quitting acting after her breakthrough role in The Wolf of Wall Street. Despite the film’s massive success, the actress revealed that the intense fame and attention left her feeling overwhelmed and reconsidering her career.
Robbie played Naomi Lapaglia, opposite Leonardo DiCaprio’s Jordan Belfort, in the 2013 Martin Scorsese-directed blockbuster. Her bold and seductive performance captivated audiences and critics alike, but it came at a personal cost. In a revealing interview with Vanity Fair, Robbie admitted, “I felt pretty awful… I remember saying to my mum, ‘I don’t think I want to do this.’”
One particularly controversial moment during filming involved Robbie slapping DiCaprio in an unscripted scene—a spontaneous decision that shocked both the actor and the crew. The slap became one of the most iconic scenes in the movie, but the attention it brought her only added to her discomfort.
After facing overwhelming fame, Robbie confided in her mother, who convinced her to push forward in her career. This decision eventually led to her starring in major films like Barbie, which grossed a staggering $1.44 billion worldwide, making her one of the highest-paid actresses in Hollywood.
From almost quitting acting to becoming a global star, Margot Robbie’s journey is filled with unexpected challenges. Her early struggles with fame and bold choices on set, like the infamous DiCaprio slap, have cemented her as one of Hollywood’s most intriguing and controversial figures.