: Headline news in April 2026 for her bold style during The Devil Wears Prada 2 press tour, where she explicitly addressed the historical "invisibility" of women over 50.
: Audiences are increasingly vocal about wanting realistic portrayals of midlife women who are "fully in control of their destiny" rather than victims of aging. milf old mother
According to 2026 YouGov data , the most popular contemporary actresses in America are predominantly mature icons: (72% popularity) Jamie Lee Curtis (71%) Anne Hathaway (69%) Meryl Streep (69%) Julia Roberts (69%) : Headline news in April 2026 for her
: Maintaining an "indefatigable" presence, she is currently starring in and producing the crime thriller Scarpetta while preparing for the anticipated third season of Big Little Lies . : A record 63
: A record 63.6% of films in the 2026 Sundance Film Festival competition sections were directed by women, many featuring diverse, women-led stories. The Top Rated Icons of 2026