: In 2024 and 2025, eight of the top-grossing films were led or co-led by women 45+, including Nicole Kidman ( Babygirl ), Winona Ryder ( Beetlejuice Beetlejuice ), and June Squibb ( Thelma ). The Power Shift on Television
Television continues to be a fertile ground for mature talent, often offering more consistent leading opportunities than traditional film.
: At the 2025 and 2026 ceremonies, veterans like Jean Smart (74) for Hacks , Demi Moore (62) for The Substance , and Jodie Foster (63) swept major categories.