Portrayals frequently emphasize physical frailty or cognitive decline. Older women are four times more likely to be depicted as "senile" than older men.
Roles where an older woman’s value is reclaimed only through youthful romantic affairs.
On streaming and broadcast programs, major female characters drop from roughly 40% when in their 30s to just 14%–15% once they reach their 40s. 3. Stereotypes vs. Nuanced Portrayals
Actresses like Kirsten Dunst have noted that roles for women over 40 are often limited to the "sad mom" or grandmother, lacking independent agency. 4. The Turning Tide: Prestige TV and "Silver Power"
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