After the 2024 Oscar nominations were announced last week, Barbie fans were quick to share outrage about two perceived snubs: Margot Robbie for Best Actress in a Leading Role and Greta Gerwig for Best Director. It's been a hot topic of conversation amid award season fans ever since, and it's inspired reactions from many sources, including the woman who inspired the toy on which the film is based. Last night, Robbie herself finally commented on the backlash that the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has received, and she most definitely took the humble approach to the topic.
Margot Robbie participated in a panel at a SAG screening of Barbie Tuesday night (as reported by Deadline), and it was during her time on stage that she talked about her "snub." Given all of the positives that have surrounded the film – including widespread critical acclaim and the fact that it's the biggest Warner Bros. box office hit of all time – she explained that there really is nothing for her to be upset about:
