: Recognized as one of TIME's 2026 Women of the Year , she continues her record-breaking run as Captain Olivia Benson on Law & Order: SVU . Persistent Challenges in the Industry
: Continues her run as the fierce news anchor Alex Levy on The Morning Show , a role noted for its fascinatng depth and vulnerability. : Recognized as one of TIME's 2026 Women
: Reigned at the 2026 Golden Globes for her role as Deborah Vance in Hacks , a performance that directly addresses the need for aging artists to reinvent themselves. : During her press tour for The Devil
: During her press tour for The Devil Wears Prada 2 , 76-year-old Meryl Streep emphasized that visibility and confidence actually deepen after 50, a message echoed by anti-ageism activists. : Recognized as one of TIME's 2026 Women
Actresses are increasingly using their public platforms to challenge the cultural "woodwork" that women over 50 are often expected to disappear into.