: 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.
: 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 .
: Research has shown that female careers often peak around age 30, while men's careers can peak 15 years later. This has traditionally linked a woman's value in Hollywood primarily to her youth and beauty. The Shift: A "Heyday" for Mature Actresses
