#SHOWBIZ: 'Barbie would never': Margot Robbie sparks fan frenzy after quietly changing her surname
SYDNEY: Almost a decade after tying the knot with husband Tom Ackerley, Hollywood star Margot Robbie has quietly embraced tradition by adopting her spouse’s surname.
Nearly a decade after marrying Tom Ackerley, Australian actress Margot Robbie has quietly adopted her spouse's surname. The 10-year anniversary of their union, just two months away, saw the star change her name to Margot Ackerley in private matters, according to UK company filings. While she will likely continue using Margot Robbie for screen credits, the decision has sparked debate among fans.
Some questioned the timing, asking why she would change her name which is her brand. Others defended Robbie, saying it's a personal choice and a solid move to take her husband's name. Robbie and Ackerley, who met on set of Suite Française in 2013, co-founded production company LuckyChap Entertainment in 2014. The duo have produced successful films like I, Tonya, Saltburn, and Barbie.
The private couple married in secret in Byron Bay in 2016 and welcomed their first child in 2024, keeping their family life out of the public eye.
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