Entertainment · 22 July 2026

Lena Headey reveals 94% drop in acting roles for women over 35

Lena Headey, who played Cersei Lannister in Game of Thrones, has revealed a significant drop in acting offers for women over 35. Her agent told her that available projects went from around 35 to just five, with only one or two possible jobs in a year. Headey, 52, has now written, directed, and stars in a new Radio 4 and BBC Sounds comedy drama.

By BriefTea Editorial · 22 July 2026 at 9:18

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