: Women over 60 comprise only 3% of major characters on both broadcast and streaming platforms, despite being a rapidly growing part of the real-world population.
: On broadcast television, major female characters plummet from 42% for those in their 30s to just 15% for those in their 40s .
: In 2025, stars like Sarah Jessica Parker and Elizabeth Hurley are entering their 60s with full schedules including memoirs and blockbuster projects.
: Actresses such as Nicole Kidman (58), Salma Hayek (59), and Julia Roberts (58) remain central "queens of the screen," maintaining their status as global style icons and top-tier talent.