Winona Ryder Reveals Pressure from Female Directors to Slow Aging

Winona Ryder, now 53, has spoken openly about the ageism she faces in Hollywood, particularly the pressure from female directors to use Botox and other cosmetic procedures to maintain a youthful appearance. Despite these suggestions, Ryder resists altering her natural look, emphasizing her desire to focus on acting rather than conforming to beauty standards. She noted that most roles she is offered now are for mothers, marking a shift in her career as she embraces aging rather than viewing it negatively. Ryder also expressed discomfort with younger actresses undergoing extensive cosmetic treatments, describing it as "weird." In addition to discussing ageism, she shared a troubling experience of sexual harassment by a director in the 1990s, which she kept private at the time. Throughout her career, Ryder has aimed to change the narrative around aging and success in Hollywood, especially for younger actors she works with on Stranger Things.