Recent studies highlight a persistent "double standard" regarding age in Hollywood:
Only one in four major female characters on broadcast and streaming television are over 40, compared to over half of major male characters.
Research shows a steep decline in roles for women once they reach 40. On broadcast programs, the percentage of major female characters plummeted from 42% in their 30s to just 15% in their 40s .
Recent studies highlight a persistent "double standard" regarding age in Hollywood:
Only one in four major female characters on broadcast and streaming television are over 40, compared to over half of major male characters.
Research shows a steep decline in roles for women once they reach 40. On broadcast programs, the percentage of major female characters plummeted from 42% in their 30s to just 15% in their 40s .