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Historically, women in their 40s and beyond have faced significant challenges in the entertainment industry, often being typecast in limited roles or overlooked for leading parts. However, this trend is slowly changing, with many mature women now taking on complex, dynamic roles that showcase their range and talent.
: In 2024, a record high of eight top-grossing films featured women 45+ as leads or co-leads, including Demi Moore in The Substance and June Squibb in mature milf thong ass