Margot Robbie recently appeared in an interview with Fandango alongside her co-stars from the upcoming Wuthering Heights film adaptation. During the conversation, Robbie described her on-set relationship with Jacob Elordi, her fellow lead, as “co-dependent.” This comment, made while discussing the nature of love depicted in the story, has sparked significant backlash online.
When asked if the passionate and turbulent relationship between their characters in Wuthering Heights could exist in real life, Robbie stated she found such love unsustainable and connected that to the tragedy of the story. She reflected on her own experience working with Elordi, emphasizing her emotional attachment and need for connection during filming.
‘I’m so co-dependent with people I work with and I love everyone so much and I’m always that person who is so devastated when the job’s over and I never want it to end and I’m going to miss everyone so much. Even seeing everyone today is so exciting and I think I developed that quite quickly with Jacob too.’
Robbie explained that Jacob Elordi’s constant presence on set during the early days made her accustomed to it, but when he stopped hovering, his absence unsettled her deeply.
“I found myself starting to look around to see where he was. I was really unnerved and unmoored. And I felt quite lost, like a kid without their blanket or something… I found myself so dependent, co-dependent kind of.”
Public Reaction and Online Criticism of Robbie’s Statements
Margot Robbie’s admission of feeling “co-dependent” with a male co-star has provoked strong reactions from social media users. Many internet commentators criticized her for the perceived emotional implications, especially considering Robbie’s married status.
“That’s weird. Openly talking about it as a married woman too.”
“She’s trying to sound sexy and innocent and it’s coming off gross and for anyone who didn’t know, it’s emotional cheating.” one netizen reacted.
“How is this not cheating.” another netizen questioned.
“love her, but doesn’t she have a husband.” one commenter pointed out.
“I really feel bad for her husband throughout this whole process. I get that she’s an actress but still.” a different commenter added.
“Cringe and pathetic.” one reactor bluntly stated.
Roles of Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi in the New Wuthering Heights Adaptation
In the forthcoming film directed by Emerald Fennell, Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi portray the famously intense lovers Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff. This adaptation, inspired by Emily Brontë’s 1847 novel, takes a contemporary and emotional approach rather than a strict retelling.
Fennell has explained that her version aims to capture the visceral and primal feelings the novel evoked in her when she first read it.
“I wanted to make something that made me feel like I felt when I first read it, which means that it’s an emotional response to something.It’s, like, primal, se**al…”
The casting of Robbie and Elordi has been a subject of debate since the project’s announcement, with some questioning the choices. Fennell has defended Robbie’s casting, mentioning that she embodies her vision of Catherine Earnshaw’s character. Apart from starring, Robbie holds an executive producer credit on the film through her company LuckyChap Entertainment.
Implications of Robbie’s Comments and What Lies Ahead
The public fallout from Robbie’s “co-dependent” remarks sheds light on the challenges actors face balancing personal boundaries and professional relationships during intense film productions. Her candidness about emotional reliance on co-stars has struck a nerve with fans and observers, highlighting the scrutiny celebrities endure, especially regarding their private lives.
As Wuthering Heights approaches its release, attention will likely remain on how the film handles the complex romance and whether public perception of the leads influences its reception. Robbie’s comments and the ensuing backlash also fuel ongoing conversations about emotional boundaries within the entertainment industry.
That’s weird
Openly talking about it as a married woman too
— Pale Pale (@palesamahlako) January 21, 2026
She’s trying to sound sexy and innocent and it’s coming off gross and for anyone who didn’t know, it’s emotional cheating.
— Britt (@be_homestead) January 23, 2026
How is this not cheating
— JW (@JW100x) January 21, 2026
love her, but doesn’t she have a husband
— maki ₊˚♪ (@makiimamii) January 21, 2026
I really feel bad for her husband throughout this whole process. I get that she’s an actress but still.
— David Joshua Rios (@Davidrios) January 22, 2026
Cringe and pathetic
— Santa X (@HoHoHo420Santa) January 21, 2026
