Margot Robbie has inadvertently set social media alight with a seemingly offhand comment made during the Los Angeles premiere of her latest cinematic venture, Wuthering Heights. The actress and producer, while discussing the film's strategic Valentine's Day weekend release, sparked a whirlwind of fan speculation and humorous conjecture about the nature of her marriage to Tom Ackerley.
A Red Carpet Remark That Captured Attention
While speaking to press on the red carpet, the 35-year-old Oscar-nominated star detailed the reasoning behind scheduling the film's release for February 13th. "If it was me, I'd want to go with all my girlfriends on a Friday night, I'd want to have cocktails, maybe dress up a little bit," Robbie explained, outlining a perfect girls' night scenario. She then continued, "Then I'd go with my husband... or whoever, on Valentine's Day. So it felt like the perfect weekend to release it."
It was the casual addition of "or whoever" that immediately caught the ear of attentive fans and viewers. The remark, quickly dubbed a 'slip-up' online, was shared widely on platforms like TikTok, where the Hollywood Reporter's clip garnered significant engagement.
Social Media Erupts with Humour and Speculation
The internet's reaction was swift and filled with both amusement and curiosity. Fans flooded the comments sections with playful jabs and questions, directly referencing Robbie's phrasing.
- "The galentines comment it reminded me of the quote from Barbie 'tonight’s girls night'"
- "AHAHAHAH poor husband"
- "My husband or Jacob Elordi, or whoever????"
- "Do they have an open marriage or .. ??"
- "My husband or whoever lol"
- "husband or whoever LOLOL"
Many fans drew a direct parallel to her blockbuster film Barbie, quipping that it must be "girls' night, from now until forever", further fuelling the light-hearted narrative that Robbie's comment had opened the door to relationship rumours.
Behind the Scenes of a Power Couple
Margot Robbie and Tom Ackerley are far from a new Hollywood couple. They first met on the set of the film Suite Française in 2013. Their professional and personal lives became deeply intertwined as they went on to co-found the highly successful production company LuckyChap Entertainment together. The couple married in a secret ceremony in 2016 and have fiercely guarded their privacy since.
In October 2024, they welcomed their first child, a son, whose name they have chosen to keep out of the public eye. Ackerley was present at the Wuthering Heights premiere, supporting his wife and their collaborative project, looking sharp in a classic black tuxedo.
A Night of High Fashion and Iconic Jewellery
While her words caused a stir, Robbie's fashion choice was equally headline-worthy. She graced the red carpet in a breathtaking couture gown by Schiaparelli. However, it was her jewellery that truly captivated onlookers. Adorning her décolletage was one of Elizabeth Taylor's most famous pieces: a glitzy, heart-shaped pendant reportedly valued at around $8 million. She wore the stunning piece high on her neck, with the gold chain elegantly trailing down her back.
The Film at the Centre of the Buzz
Wuthering Heights is the latest adaptation of Emily Brontë’s timeless gothic romance, directed by Emerald Fennell of Saltburn fame. Produced by Robbie and Ackerley's LuckyChap Entertainment, the film is a sexually charged reinterpretation set for release on February 13th, perfectly poised for the Valentine's Day weekend.
Robbie takes on the lead role of Cathy Earnshaw, whose tumultuous and passionate love for the mysterious orphan Heathcliff—played by Jacob Elordi—unfolds on the windswept Yorkshire moors. The casting has not been without controversy, with some critics questioning Elordi's portrayal of a character described as 'dark-skinned' and suggesting Robbie may be too old for the teenage role. Director Fennell, however, has robustly defended her choices, stating the film "needed somebody like Margot… somebody who has a godlike power, that means people lose their minds."
While the film promises drama on screen, it was a single, casual phrase off-screen that provided an unexpected burst of publicity, proving once again that in Hollywood, even the most innocuous red carpet comment can become the talk of the town.
