However, as Hollywood entered its Golden Age, the roles for women—especially those over 40—narrowed. Actresses were frequently relegated to supporting archetypes such as: ASA Generations Women and Aging: What the Media Does and Doesn't Tell Us
Male actors often continue to play romantic leads into their 60s and 70s, frequently paired with much younger co-stars, while women of the same age are rarely afforded the same romantic or adventurous storylines. However, as Hollywood entered its Golden Age, the