Margot Robbie's Didn't Like Playing With Barbie's As A Child

It might sound surprising, but Margot Robbie’s , the main actress in the “Barbie” movie, wasn’t a fan of Barbie dolls when she was a kid. She didn’t like playing with them, and she didn’t even have a Barbie toy at home. Robbie remembers that in Australia, where she grew up, she only got to play with toys when she visited her close relatives.

“I was raised in Gold Coast, Australia. As a child, I frequently visited my cousin’s house, where we played with Barbies. It wouldn’t be accurate to say that I had many similar toys at home or that I couldn’t live without them.”

Anne Hathaway and Amy Schumer were in the running for the role of Barbie, along with Margot Robbie. The creative team held castings for “Barbie” to find actresses who embodied a “Barbie energy,” and they ultimately found this energy most fitting in Gal Gadot. Throughout the casting process, they also observed other actresses, such as Dua Lipa, Sharon Rooney, Anna Cruz Kane, Alexandra Shipp, and Kate McKinnon.

Margot Robbie’s stunning appearance, including her blonde hair, blue eyes, and figure, naturally matched the traditional features of Barbie. However, the creative team felt that sticking to these stereotypical criteria and ideas wasn’t the right approach. Instead, they aimed for the film to celebrate diversity, seeking a more inclusive portrayal of the character that would represent various backgrounds.

One of Margot Robbie’s requests, which the producers and director considered, was that Barbie should not be depicted in a sexualized manner. According to the actress, as she had the privilege of portraying the iconic Barbie in the film, it was important to her that the character embodied traditional values and remained suitable for all generations.

“Barbie is a doll with a plastic body and features that aren’t natural. It’s not appropriate to portray her as sexy. Overall, she shouldn’t give off an impression of attractiveness or desirability. If she’s wearing a short pink dress, it’s not to look sexy, but rather because it’s colorful, fun, and beautiful.”

Even though Margot Robbie has taken on many beautiful roles in her career, she frequently mentions that she doesn’t personally see herself as beautiful. It’s intriguing to observe how she gets ready for glamorous premieres.

“When preparing for important events, I try to keep my makeup light because I tend to sweat, and heavy makeup can look unnatural on my face. Surprisingly, glamorous evenings can be exhausting, and I might come home so tired that I wouldn’t want to walk the red carpet again. I make sure not to use eyeliner for such occasions. Lipstick is a must, and I always carry a bag. However, I avoid bright colors as they don’t suit me well.

Now, about photo sessions, here’s a secret. When you see photos with what looks like natural freckles, it’s not real. We get loads of makeup, and then freckles are drawn on with an eyebrow pencil to make the photos seem as natural as possible after editing. I enjoy these moments because they make me feel like a different person every time.”

It’s interesting to see how the famous actress unwinds in the morning and evening, whether at the start of a busy day or after it.

“My go-to beverage is tea; I consume it a lot, and I don’t drink coffee unless I have a severe headache, as caffeine can be helpful then. Dilmah is my preferred tea brand, and I often pair it with water to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.

One of my favorite perfumes is ‘Calvin Klein’ Deep Euphoria. I’ve been part of the brand’s campaign multiple times, and it significantly boosted the perfume’s sales. I’m quite interested in the beauty industry; I enjoy using perfumes and wearing makeup. However, I do reflect on my teenage years from 15 to 20 when I was overly focused on these topics and now have some regrets about it.”

“When I was 16, I thought I needed a lot of makeup. Looking back, I would advise my younger self to appreciate natural beauty and embrace simplicity. I’d tell her that my eyes were already colorful, and I didn’t need eyeshadows; my cheeks had a natural pink tone, and I didn’t have to use blush; my lips had a lovely red hue, and I didn’t need lipstick. My advice to teenagers and young girls would be to value themselves and their inherent beauty, not rushing to ‘grow up too soon.’ Each age has its own unique beauty to cherish.”