Women in Hollywood

Women that work in show business have an interesting part in the workforce. Compared to low income women they have a much “better” life but this is all depending on the definition of what the ideal life is for women in the workforce. Although movie stars, singers, etc. have a lot of money and get to go to classy premiere events they also have every aspect of their lives put in the spotlight. This includes when they go grocery shopping, take their kids to school, or even just go for a walk with their dog. This is a very hard life to lead for anyone but when you are woman in this situation all the sudden there is so much attention put on your physical appearance. Tabloids are covered every week with pictures of celebrities that have gained weight or are anorexic, or what dress looked better on who at the awards ceremony, etc. There is more attention drawn to what the women look like as opposed to the actual work they are doing. Even if a woman has a stunning role in a movie there can never be a review covering just her pure talent and work on the film, there is always side comments about how she looks very tired after the film was over or she might be battling a drug addiction because she seems to look a little out of sorts. There have been more awards given to men regarding their role in movies or distinction for their record albums than there have been for women over the years and it is about time for a change. There should be much more focus on the actual talent of these women and not just how they look. Women are more than just sex idols, they have brains and have real talent and it is time this is recognized.