Margot Robbie Reflects on Bold Choices in The Wolf of Wall Street

Margot Robbie recently reflected on her daring choices during the making of The Wolf of Wall Street, which launched her into Hollywood stardom. Over a decade later, the three-time Oscar nominee revealed that her full-frontal nude scene as Naomi Lapaglia wasn’t just in the script—it was her idea.

During an appearance on the Talking Pictures podcast, Robbie explained that director Martin Scorsese offered her the option of wearing a robe. However, she believed her character’s bold nature called for complete nudity. “That’s the card she’s playing,” Robbie said, emphasizing Naomi’s unapologetic confidence.

Even during auditions, Robbie made bold moves to stand out. Instead of following the script’s kiss direction, she slapped Leonardo DiCaprio, who played Jordan Belfort, across the face. “I thought, I could kiss him… but then I thought, nah,” Robbie recalled. The room went silent before Scorsese and DiCaprio burst into laughter, praising her unexpected choice. “I was thinking, ‘That’s it. I’ll never work again,’” she joked.

Robbie also shared how she contributed creatively on set, suggesting the idea for Naomi to sleep with Jordan one last time before asking for a divorce. She described the collaboration with Scorsese as freeing, saying he encouraged bold and over-the-top performances. “The crazier you are, the more Marty will like it,” she noted, adding that he rarely gave direct instructions but shared fascinating stories from his career.

Robbie’s fearless approach to her breakout role clearly paid off, cementing her status as one of Hollywood’s most dynamic talents.