Hollywood star Margot Robbie made a breathtaking appearance at the Los Angeles premiere of her latest film, Wuthering Heights, adorned with a piece of jewellery steeped in cinematic history. The Australian actress, 35, borrowed a magnificent Cartier necklace valued at a staggering £6.4 million, a piece originally gifted to screen legend Elizabeth Taylor by her husband, actor Richard Burton.
A Jewel with a Legendary Past
The centrepiece of the necklace is a heart-shaped Taj Mahal diamond, mounted in jade and suspended from a chain of gold, rubies, and diamonds. This exquisite pendant dates back to 16th Century India and is inscribed with the phrase "love is everlasting" in Parsee. Richard Burton famously presented it to Elizabeth Taylor for her 40th birthday in 1972, during their first marriage, with a characteristically witty remark about its grandeur.
"I would have liked to buy her the Taj Mahal but it would cost too much to transport," Burton said at the time. "This diamond has so many carats, it's almost a turnip." Following Taylor's death in 2011, the necklace was sold at auction for $8.8 million as part of a celebrated sale of her iconic jewellery collection.
Old Hollywood Glamour on the Red Carpet
Margot Robbie, who takes on the lead role of Catherine Earnshaw in this new, steamy adaptation of Emily Brontë's classic novel, paired the historic jewel with a striking red and black Schiaparelli gown. She was joined on the red carpet by her co-star Jacob Elordi, who portrays the brooding Heathcliff in the film.
The premiere was a star-studded affair, with notable guests including Robbie's friend and fellow actress Cara Delevingne, and British singer Charli XCX, who composed original music for the film's soundtrack. The event also saw appearances from the film's director, Emerald Fennell.
This glamorous showcase marks a distinct shift for Robbie from her recent blockbuster role as Barbie, embracing a more classic, Old Hollywood aesthetic for the period drama. Wuthering Heights is scheduled for release in cinemas across the UK from 13 February 2026.
