Margot Robbie Adopts Husband's Surname in Business Records, Sparking Fan Debate

Margot Robbie has quietly begun using her husband Tom Ackerley's surname in official company documents, nearly a decade after their 2016 marriage. The change, noted in new Companies House filings for their production company LuckyChap Entertainment, has divided fans, with some questioning the business implications of a globally recognized brand adopting a different name.

The Australian actress, 36, is now listed as Margot Elise Ackerley in documents related to LuckyChap Entertainment, which she co-runs with her husband, also 36. While Robbie continues to be known professionally by her maiden name, the shift in business records has sparked online discussion.

Some fans expressed confusion or disapproval, with one commenter on X asking, "Why would you do that when your name is your brand." Another stated, "Changing your name as a well-known celebrity feels like a bad business decision." A fan of the movie "Barbie" commented, "Barbie would never take a man's surname."

Conversely, many defended Robbie's choice, highlighting that using Ackerley in company documents does not preclude her from continuing to use Robbie professionally. Supporters noted that the decision is personal and on her own timeline. "Happy for her taking his name on her own timeline is a solid move," one fan wrote, while another commented, "Married name fits her vibe way better than Robbie ever did."

There is no indication that Robbie intends to change her professional name for film credits. The 36-year-old actress has built a significant career over 15 years, with notable roles in "The Wolf of Wall Street," "Suicide Squad," and "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood." Her 2023 film "Barbie," which she starred in and produced, achieved over $1.4 billion in worldwide gross.

Robbie and Ackerley met in 2013 on the set of the World War II drama "Suite Française," where Robbie had a supporting role and Ackerley worked as an assistant director. They began a relationship the following year and co-founded LuckyChap Entertainment in 2014 with Sophia Kerr and Josey McNamara. The production company has since produced films including "I, Tonya," "Promising Young Woman," "Saltburn," and "Barbie."

The couple married in December 2016 in Byron Bay. They have largely maintained a private personal life, though they have attended major Hollywood events together. They welcomed their first child in 2024. They have not publicly revealed the child's name.