While recent Emmy and Oscar wins for older actresses are cause for celebration, the data shows we’re still climbing a steep hill.
: Representation for women takes a massive dive after 40, dropping from 42% of major characters in their 30s to just 15% in their 40s.
: In film, men over 50 outnumber women in the same age bracket by a staggering 80% to 20%.
Despite these systemic hurdles, a generation of icons is refusing to fade into the background. They aren't just acting; they’re building empires. Older Women Are Finally Being Represented In Hollywood