Margot Robbie: Husband’s Cooking & Her Fear of Being Alone

Margot Robbie’s life, both on and off screen, is marked by a desire for connection. While she commands attention portraying complex characters – from Harley Quinn to Barbie – the Australian actor consistently emphasizes the importance of close relationships, particularly with her husband, Tom Ackerley. Their partnership, now over nine years strong, is built on a foundation of shared creativity, mutual respect, and, as Robbie recently revealed, a surprising culinary dynamic.

Robbie, 35, has spoken openly about her aversion to solitude. It’s a common theme, isn’t it? she noted in a previous interview, I hate—hate—being alone. This preference for togetherness extends to her travel experiences with Ackerley. The couple eschews typical tourist itineraries for immersive journeys, like their post-Barbie adventure aboard the British Pullman and the Orient Express, traveling from London to Venice in 2022. They continued their penchant for rail travel with a trip to Japan, riding the luxurious Seven Stars train across the island of Kyushu.

In fact, Robbie’s ultimate aspiration seems remarkably grounded: All I want to do, she explained to Vogue, is live on a train. This isn’t simply about the romance of travel; it’s about the constant companionship and shared experience that defines her ideal lifestyle.

But the heart of their connection extends beyond shared adventures. Food, it turns out, plays a central role in their relationship. While Robbie herself tends to avoid the kitchen, she’s effusive in her praise of Ackerley’s culinary skills. My husband is a phenomenal cook, she shared on a February episode of the Table Manners podcast. He could be a chef, he is so good. We are like a perfect match. This isn’t a recent development, however. Robbie admitted she didn’t fully appreciate the extent of his talent until after they were married.

The depth of Ackerley’s dedication to cooking is remarkable. He reportedly spends two full days preparing a single spaghetti bolognese, and his fried rice with Korean short ribs is a three-day undertaking. Robbie playfully boasts that he even surpasses restaurant-quality steak. He does steak better than any restaurant I’ve ever been to! she exclaimed.

Ackerley’s path to culinary mastery is a far cry from his early days in the entertainment industry. He began his career as an extra in the first three Harry Potter films, appearing as a background student. Robbie herself has joked that she might have married him sooner had she known about his Slytherin house cameo in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, recalling a scene where he pushed her husband out of the way. This shared history, though humble in its beginnings, underscores the organic evolution of their relationship.

Their professional lives are equally intertwined. Ackerley is a producer and co-founder of LuckyChap Entertainment, the production company Robbie established with Josey McNamara and Sophia Kerr. LuckyChap was instrumental in bringing Barbie to the screen, a project that cemented Robbie’s status as a major force in Hollywood. Ackerley’s preference for working behind the camera allows him to support Robbie’s career without seeking the spotlight himself, a dynamic she clearly appreciates. He likes being behind the camera. He’s not fazed by any of this stuff, she told E! News at the 2024 Critics Choice Awards.

Robbie’s journey to finding such a supportive partner wasn’t always straightforward. In a 2016 interview with Vogue, she described herself as the ultimate single gal and admitted that the idea of relationships once made her want to vomit. She initially believed Ackerley wouldn’t reciprocate her feelings, fearing she would make it weird by revealing her attraction. However, their long-standing friendship eventually blossomed into a romance, and she realized, Of course we’re together….

The couple welcomed their first child, a son, in October 2024, further solidifying their family unit. While Robbie has become increasingly protective of her private life, particularly since becoming a mother, she continues to offer glimpses into the warmth and stability of her relationship with Ackerley. Their story is a testament to the power of friendship, shared passions, and a perfectly cooked meal – a reminder that even in the dazzling world of Hollywood, the most fulfilling connections are often found in the simplest of things.