Recent years have seen a "ripple of change" that is turning into a wave, with more mature women taking on complex lead roles and winning major awards.

The landscape for mature women in entertainment and cinema is undergoing a significant transformation, moving from a history of invisibility and stereotyping toward a "new visibility" that celebrates aging femininity in more nuanced ways. Historical Context and Traditional Stereotypes

: Shows like Mare of Easttown (starring Kate Winslet , 46) and Grace and Frankie (starring Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin ) have proven there is a massive audience for stories focused on mature women.

Invisible lives: where are all the older women in film and TV?