Margot Robbie recently shared an uncomfortable experience from early in her career, revealing that a male co-star once gifted her a book titled "Why French Women Don't Get Fat," which she interpreted as a suggestion to "eat less". The actress recounted the incident during a video interview with Charli XCX for Complex, ahead of the release of Emerald Fennell's adaptation of "Wuthering Heights," in which Robbie stars.

The book, written by Mireille Guiliano and published in 2007, is a lifestyle guide that explores the eating habits and diet culture. Robbie explained that receiving the book felt like a direct comment on her body and a suggestion that she needed to lose weight. "Very, very early in my career, an actor I worked with, a male actor, gave me a book called 'Why French Women Don't Get Fat,' and it was essentially a book telling you to eat less," Robbie stated. Her immediate reaction was one of shock and offense. "I was like, 'Whoa, f--- you, dude!'" she exclaimed.

Robbie did not disclose the name of the actor, only mentioning that the incident occurred "really back in the day" and that she has no idea where he is now. Charli XCX jokingly responded to this revelation by quipping, "Your career's over, babe,". Robbie added, "He essentially gave me a book to let me know that I should lose weight. I was like, 'Wow'".

The actress stars alongside Jacob Elordi in "Wuthering Heights," with Charli XCX providing original music for the film. During the interview, Charli XCX also shared her own experience with bizarre gifts, recounting how a fan once gave her a small jar containing the ashes of the fan's mother. "It was a jar on a necklace," Charli explained. "I just didn't quite know what to do with it."

Robbie's revelation comes amidst ongoing conversations about body shaming and the pressures faced by women in Hollywood. Her experience highlights the unsolicited commentary and scrutiny that young performers, in particular, can face as they navigate the industry. Despite the unpleasant nature of the gift, Robbie has continued to thrive in her career, earning recognition for her performances in films such as "The Wolf of Wall Street," "Suicide Squad," and "Barbie".