Margot Robbie Shares a Humorous Encounter with Her Husband, Barack Obama, and Ellen Degeneres: A Must-Read Story

Margot Robbie shared a humorous honeymoon story during her 2018 appearance on Ellen DeGeneres’s talk show. After a delayed honeymoon in Tahiti, Margot and her husband Tom Ackerley faced unexpected rain upon arriving at a luxury hotel. While working out, they encountered Ellen and her wife Portia, along with former President Barack Obama, leading to a memorable and comical moment for the couple, especially given Tom’s questionable gym attire.

Margot Robbie’s Hilarious Honeymoon Anecdote

In 2018, the talented actress Margot Robbie graced the stage of the globally renowned talk show hosted by Ellen Degeneres. During this memorable appearance, the Australian star shared a story that left audiences both amused and intrigued. Recently, on January 31, 2025, Ellen, who retired in 2022, took to her Instagram to share a snippet from that unforgettable interview featuring Robbie, famously known for her role in the film Barbie. In this clip, Margot playfully revealed an embarrassing moment involving her husband, British director Tom Ackerley. “My husband is going to kill me for telling you this story! But, it’s my favorite story of all time. And that’s how I met Ellen,” she quipped, setting the stage for a delightful tale.

A Honeymoon to Remember

The amusing anecdote unfolded during Margot and Tom’s honeymoon, which had been delayed due to filming commitments for I, Tonya. After tying the knot, they finally embarked on a romantic getaway to Tahiti, a well-loved destination for honeymooners. “We were in Tahiti and we went to this island where you live a bit like Robinson Crusoe,” Margot explained. They stayed in a rustic bungalow devoid of electricity and mirrors for four days before moving to a luxurious hotel for the remainder of their trip.

However, upon arriving at the upscale hotel, they were greeted with less-than-ideal weather: “We arrive and it’s raining. We were disgusting because for four days, we had no mirror.” In a lighthearted jab, Ellen chimed in, “They obviously didn’t look disgusting at all.” Margot continued, sharing how they decided to hit the gym to make the most of their rainy day. Tom donned a pair of old, tiny shorts with nothing underneath, and as he hopped on a stationary bike, Margot cautioned him, “Oh baby, you can’t keep those shorts on, we can see everything!” To which Tom replied, “Oh come on, who are we going to run into here?”

To their surprise, as they worked out, they spotted none other than Ellen on a treadmill, accompanied by her wife Portia. The couple was already taken aback by this unexpected encounter. But it didn’t end there—Ellen, in her typical playful manner, asked Margot, “Do you know Barack Obama?” Margot recounted the moment: “Right next to her, there was the former President of the United States, Barack Obama.” The couple found themselves in an unforgettable gym class alongside the former president, leaving Tom wishing he had chosen more appropriate workout attire!