: On broadcast TV, major female roles drop from 42% for women in their 30s to just 15% for those in their 40s.
: Among characters aged 50+, men outnumber women 4-to-1 in blockbuster films.
When mature women do appear, they are often relegated to narrow, archetypal roles: Beyond the Stereotypes: The Reality of Aging Women in Films
While some high-profile actresses have seen late-career success, recent studies confirm that mature women remain drastically underrepresented and frequently stereotyped in entertainment. Reports from organizations like the Geena Davis Institute indicate that women over 50 occupy only a tiny fraction of screen time compared to their male counterparts. 📉 Representation Gaps
: Women over 50 make up 20% of the population but receive only 8% of screen time on television.