The entertainment industry has known ageism and sexism issues. A group of actors are calling for gender and age parity in film and TV.
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At the TikTok Trial of the Century, What’s Behind the Amber Anger?
Why are people—even smart women—worshipping Johnny in all his Sparrowness while crucifying the “liar” Amber? Barbara Lippert has her theories.
Wait! Did SNL Just Make Fun of Women Who are Aging Boldly?
What does it mean that Saturday Night Live took aim at the hairstyle of a certain kind of free-spirited older woman? It’s not all bad, really.
A Late-in-Life Coming Out Story: The Hurt Before the Happiness
After 25 years of marriage and four children, Katrina Anne Willis left her husband to be with a woman. At first it seemed that they could still be a family, but that’s not how it ended up.
Why Kim Kardashian Channeling Marilyn Monroe is So Wrong
The classic tabloid question would be: “Who wore it best?” And that’s the problem. Barbara Lippert examines Kim Kardashian’s audacious stunt.
Pool Shark at 50: Learning to Win at Life and 8 Ball
After her divorce, Kelly James went to the pool hall to distract herself from the pain. She just placed in a national tournament.
Love, Loss, and What I Gained: Delia Ephron’s New Memoir Feels, Yes, Like a Rom-Com
Delia Ephron has survived the disease that took her sister Nora. Here, she talks about her new love and new lease on life.
Saying Goodbye to Grace and Frankie: 5 Reasons They Rocked Our World
As the revolutionary show ends, we look at all the ways it changed our thinking about this chapter of life (and maybe the rest of the world’s too).
Out Loud in New York City: Aging Boldly With Optimism and Without Fear
In a night of sharing and laughter, we discovered how Aging Boldly is an attitude that is infectious in the best possible way.
Women Who Whiskey: Why The Dark Stuff Is Becoming a Drink of Choice
The percentage of female whiskey drinkers has more than doubled since the 90s. Here’s what women love about this bold breed of booze.