Margot Robbie and Leonardo DiCaprio in ‘Wolf of Wall Street’

Margot Robbie’s Audition Anecdote: Slapping Leonardo DiCaprio Instead of Kissing Him

Margot Robbie recently shared a hilarious story from her audition for “The Wolf of Wall Street,” where she made a bold creative decision that could have landed her in hot water. Instead of following the script and kissing Leonardo DiCaprio, Robbie opted to slap him during a scene.

During a podcast interview on “Talking Pictures,” Robbie revealed that the decision to slap DiCaprio was completely impromptu. In the scene they were reading, DiCaprio’s character had a line prompting Robbie to kiss him. However, she decided to go off-script and give him a surprise slap instead.

The actress recalled the moment of silence that followed the slap, fearing that she might face legal consequences for her actions. However, both DiCaprio and director Martin Scorsese found her choice amusing and praised her for it, ensuring her that it was a great performance.

Despite her initial panic, Robbie’s risk paid off as she ultimately landed the role of DiCaprio’s on-screen wife in the film. “The Wolf of Wall Street” became a critical and commercial success, earning multiple Oscar nominations and propelling Robbie’s career to new heights.

The Australian actress, known for her versatility and talent, has since continued to thrive in Hollywood, earning accolades for her performances on screen and behind the scenes as a producer. Her journey from audacious audition move to Hollywood stardom serves as a testament to her talent and determination.

Check out the video below to see Margot Robbie’s interview where she shares this amusing audition anecdote.