: Shows like Mare of Easttown (starring Kate Winslet , 46) and Grace and Frankie (starring Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin ) have proven there is a massive audience for stories focused on mature women.
For decades, the entertainment industry has been criticized for a "double standard" where men are seen as "distinguished" as they age, while women are often relegated to the background.
: Modern cinema is beginning to explore previously taboo or ignored themes, such as aging female sexuality and the "sensuality of aging bodies". Industry Drivers for Change
: In 2021, women over 40 swept major categories at the Emmys and Oscars. Winners included Jean Smart (70) for Hacks , Frances McDormand (64) for Nomadland , and Youn Yuh-jung (74) for Minari .
