Episode
Older Women on Screen Are Still Missing
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- May 29, 2026
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- 101
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Summary
A new UK study reveals shocking gaps in Hollywood representation: six top-grossing films in 2023-2025 starred a lead named Chris, while only five featured women over sixty—making a talking animal more likely to headline than an older woman. Actress Jean Smart, who won a Golden Globe at 74, highlights the staggering 20-year age gap between male and female leads, compared to just two years in real life. Older women on screen are often sidelined, portrayed as passive or mocked, reinforcing societal ageism. Meanwhile, U.S. data shows only 39 female lead roles in 2025—a step back from the previous year. The call is clear: Hollywood must reflect the diversity of real life, not just repeat the same old stories. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f203ffb69e7822bf