In a surprising turn of events, it seems that Hollywood has redefined the age standards for women, with 30 now being likened to the iconic “Golden Girls.”

Olivia Wilde recently revealed that she was rejected for a role as Leonardo DiCaprio’s wife in “The Wolf of Wall Street” because producers felt she was “too sophisticated” for the character.

However, Wilde later discovered that the real reason behind the rejection was her age.

During a candid interview with radio personality Howard Stern, Wilde shared her perspective on the incident, expressing her desire to create a guide that decodes the feedback given by agents in Hollywood.

The actress disclosed that despite being 32 now, she was only 28 when the film was cast back in 2012, making her a decade younger than DiCaprio.

The role eventually went to Margot Robbie, who is eight years Wilde’s junior and has since risen to fame with roles like in “Suicide Squad.”

Although missing out on “The Wolf of Wall Street,” Wilde’s experience led her to a role in “Vinyl,” a ’70s music drama produced by Martin Scorsese for HBO.

Reflecting on her journey, Wilde highlighted the pervasive sexism she has encountered in the industry.

She recounted instances of male directors reducing talented actresses to their physical attributes, illustrating the toxic culture that exists in Hollywood.

Wilde’s encounter with ageism in Hollywood sheds light on a broader issue faced by actresses like Anne Hathaway and Maggie Gyllenhaal, who have been subjected to discriminatory practices based on their age.

Hathaway, now 32, reflected on how roles intended for older actresses were offered to her even in her early twenties, while Gyllenhaal was told she was too old to play a love interest at 37.

The age disparity between male and female leads in Hollywood has long been a contentious topic, with older male actors frequently paired with much younger actresses.

This trend is exemplified by instances where seasoned actors like Jack Nicholson starred opposite actresses significantly younger than them, highlighting the imbalance in age representation on screen.

The issue of ageism in Hollywood has been exacerbated in recent years, as highlighted by cases such as the casting changes in the “Austin Powers” series, where female leads were progressively replaced with younger actresses.

This trend underscores the industry’s skewed perception of age and beauty, perpetuating unrealistic standards for women in entertainment.

As society’s expectations of women in film continue to evolve, the question arises: How low will Hollywood set the bar for age acceptance in the industry?

Comedic skits like Amy Schumer’s “Last Fuckable Day” humorously critique the absurdity of age-based discrimination in Hollywood, emphasizing the need for a more inclusive and equitable approach to casting decisions.

The entertainment industry must strive to challenge ageist norms and foster a more diverse and representative landscape for actors of all ages.