Margot Robbie described her husband, Tom Ackerley, as her “perfect match” during a candid conversation on the Table Manners podcast, held on Tuesday. The actress, appearing ahead of the release of her new film alongside Jacob Elordi, shared intimate details of their marriage and confessed to a major mishap during her first Christmas with his family in the UK. Their relationship and a memorable cooking blunder stood out in her chat.
A Glimpse Into Their Relationship and Domestic Life
Margot, 35, praised her husband Tom, who is also 35 and a film producer, as an extraordinary cook, surprising her with his talents after they were married. She recalled,
“My husband is a phenomenal cook – he could be a chef he is so good. We are like a perfect match.”
Margot highlighted his dedication in the kitchen, sharing that he invests multiple days crafting dishes like spaghetti bolognese and three-day fried rice with Korean short ribs, and remarked,
“He does steak better than any restaurant I’ve ever been to!”
The couple’s story began in 2013 on the set of Suite Francaise, where they initially became friends and later transitioned into a romantic relationship. Following their 2016 wedding, they continued to live with their roommates for a short while before deciding to find a place of their own. Margot explained,
“We had all moved from Clapham to Shepherd’s Bush and one day our roommates were like this is a little weird you guys are married now… We got married quite quickly so… And yeah then we moved out and got our own place.”
Christmas Culinary Disaster With Tom’s Family
Alongside heartfelt stories, Margot recounted a startling Christmas cooking error during her early days with Tom’s family in the UK. Intending to provide a traditional centerpiece, she volunteered to prepare a big ham but ended up undercooking it due to a misunderstanding about differences in meat preparation between Australia and Britain.
Margot explained,
“Ham at Christmas time in Australia is essential. It is pre cooked ham over there and then you heat it up in the oven it doesn’t take long.”
She detailed how she asked the butcher for ham but received gammon instead—raw pork requiring much longer cooking. After roasting the meat for only three hours, she realized it was still raw inside. She recalled a frightening moment,
“I watched his grandma nearly put a raw piece of pork in her mouth. She could have died so I slapped it out of her hand!”
The anecdote caused laughter among the podcast hosts Lennie and Jessie Ware, who advised that such a large piece of meat needs significantly more cooking time.
Margot’s Early London Life and Nightlife Tales
Margot took the audience back to her youth in London, revealing vibrant memories of her time in Clapham before marriage. With six friends, she lived in a somewhat chaotic four-bedroom flat dubbed “The Manor,” which she described as some of the “best days” of her life. Their close connection even included getting matching “house tattoos.”
The actress recounted her experiences with nightlife in Clapham, including being ejected from numerous clubs such as the infamous Infernos. She shared humorously how her roommates informed her about the club’s notorious reputation for being impossible to be kicked out of, a claim she inadvertently challenged.
“So we all had a weekend in London when the job was done. And of course, we went to Infernos, and within about 15 minutes, we got kicked out,”
Margot said. While being escorted out, she protested,
“but this is Infernos, you can’t get kicked out of Infernos.”
A bouncer responded,
“Look, we allow most things, but when your friend does [redacted], then we kick you out.”
She admitted,
“Most of the clubs in Clapham, I’d say, have kicked us out. Yeah, for a while we were banned at a number of places!”
The story beneath this involves unspoken antics by her friends, but Margot’s reflections painted a striking image of her spirited early adult years, which she compared to being like a “naughty schoolgirl.” Their tight-knit group embraced the Clapham lifestyle so much that it influenced their decision on where to live, jokingly signing a lease simply because it was close to Infernos.
From Housemates to Business Partners: The Birth of Lucky Chap
Margot and her closest friends, including Tom Ackerley, Sophia Kerr, and Josey McNamara, transitioned their bond into business by founding the production company Lucky Chap in 2015. Valued at approximately £25 million, the company focuses on producing female-led stories. Their notable film credits include I, Tonya (2017), which earned Margot an Academy Award nomination for her portrayal of Tonya Harding, and Promising Young Woman (2020), starring Carey Mulligan. Their latest project, the highly anticipated Barbie, continues this legacy.
A Memorable Pre-Wedding Party Filled With Humor
Before marrying Tom, Margot reminisced about her lively hen party, which included an amusing Harry Potter-themed stripper. She recalled,
“My friends got a stripper and made him do Harry Potter. It was so funny and not sexy, and like, he was like, in a robe with the glasses, the scar, and you know, all the innuendo that you can imagine.”
She emphasized the fun spirit of the event by saying,
“And it was very, very funny, but we were all so drunk, it really didn’t matter, to be honest!”
Staying True to Her Roots During Promotion
While promoting Wuthering Heights, Margot appeared on Heart Radio alongside Amanda Holden, where they embraced a distinctive Australian tradition called the “shoey,” involving drinking from a shoe. Amanda explained,
“I’ve got you a little present only because it’s nearly lunchtime so I feel this is legal. As an Australian, I know you like shoeys.”
Margot admitted,
“I literally just told someone what a shoey is.”
Amanda then produced shoe-shaped bottles — one with beer and another with gin — giving Margot the beer and taking the gin herself. Margot commented on the elegant version they attempted, saying,
“Usually you do it out of some mangy old sneaker,”
before they toasted together.
Significance of Margot Robbie’s Story and What Lies Ahead
Margot Robbie’s insights reveal a blend of professional success and relatable personal anecdotes, offering fans an authentic glimpse into her life beyond the screen. Calling Tom Ackerley her “perfect match” deepens the public’s appreciation of their partnership, while humorous moments like the Christmas ham incident emphasize the human side behind the celebrity facade. As she continues to promote Wuthering Heights alongside Jacob Elordi, and with Lucky Chap producing influential films, Margot’s career and personal journey remain intertwined, promising more compelling stories both on and off the screen.
