Margot Robbie Adopts Husband's Surname for Business, Sparking Fan Debate
The actress is now listed as Margot Elise Ackerley in company documents, leading to varied reactions online.
Margot Robbie has quietly begun using her husband Tom Ackerley's surname in official company records, nearly a decade after their 2016 marriage. The Australian actress, 36, is now formally identified as Margot Elise Ackerley in new Companies House documents related to their production company, LuckyChap Entertainment. While she continues to use the professional name Margot Robbie, this business record change has prompted a divided response from fans online.
Some social media users expressed surprise, questioning the business acumen of a globally recognized star altering a name that has become a significant brand. Comments ranged from "Why would you do that when your name is your brand," to "Barbie would never take a man's surname." Others suggested it was a poor business decision for a well-known celebrity.
Conversely, many fans defended Robbie's decision. Supporters pointed out that using Ackerley for business purposes does not preclude her from using Robbie professionally. Some celebrated the move as personal and on her own timeline, with one user stating, "Happy for her taking his name on her own timeline is a solid move." Another commenter noted, "Ten years is crazy to think about but honestly good for her, married name fits her vibe way better than Robbie ever did."
There is no indication that Robbie intends to change her professional moniker or appear under the name Margot Ackerley in film credits. The Queensland-born actress has built a significant career over 15 years, from her early role on the soap opera Neighbours to acclaimed performances in films like "The Wolf of Wall Street," "Suicide Squad," and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood." Her production company, LuckyChap Entertainment, co-founded in 2014 with Tom Ackerley, Sophia Kerr, and Josey McNamara, has produced successful projects including "I, Tonya," "Promising Young Woman," "Saltburn," and the box office behemoth "Barbie."
Robbie and Ackerley, who also met on the set of the 2013 drama "Suite Française," married in December 2016 in Byron Bay. The couple welcomed their first child in 2024. Despite their professional collaborations and public appearances, they have maintained a relatively private personal life.