: A 2026 USC Annenberg study revealed that in 2025, not a single film in the top 100 grossing titles featured a woman of color aged 45 or older in a leading or co-leading role.
: A Variety report on the Geena Davis Institute's 2025 study emphasizes that audiences across all demographics are eager for realistic portrayals of life stages like menopause, which are currently largely absent or stereotyped.
: Forbes India explores how actors like Demi Moore and Nicole Kidman are no longer "hiding" their age but embracing it in leading roles, marking a major turning point for the visibility of midlife female actors.
While mature women are increasingly reclaiming the spotlight, recent industry reports indicate that their representation remains highly volatile. The following articles and studies from 2025 and 2026 provide a comprehensive look at the current landscape for mature women in entertainment.
Audience surveys suggest a disconnect between what viewers want and what studios are producing.