In recent years, the industry has seen a shift where mature women are winning major awards for roles that showcase their complexity rather than ageist tropes. Women’s Media Center Awards Dominance : In 2021, women over 40 swept major categories, with Frances McDormand (64) winning Best Actress for Youn Yuh-jung (74) winning Best Supporting Actress for Dynamic TV Roles : Television has led the way with shows like , featuring Jean Smart (70) as a comedy legend, and Mare of Easttown Kate Winslet (46) playing a deeply flawed, authentic detective. Upcoming Stories : 2025 releases like Scarlett Johansson's directorial debut, Eleanor the Great , star veteran actress June Squibb