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Kathy Bates, 'Nobody Wants This' Producers to Headline 2025 Women in Entertainment Summit (EXCLUSIVE)


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Tuesday, May 27th 2025 at 11:44 GMT by Variety   Print publication without navigation

  • The eighth annual Women in Entertainment (WIE) summit has been set for June 17 with Kathy Bates, "Matlock" showrunner Jennie Snyder Urman, and "Nobody Wants This" executive producers Erin and Sara Foster among the headlining speakers. Co-founded by Relativity Ventures' Renee Rossi and Gretchen McCourt, WIE aims to bring together experienced leaders in the

Kathy Bates, in an interview with Variety, discussed the challenges she faces in the film industry, particularly in securing funding for her passion project, a biopic about the first woman to run for U.S. vice president in 1924. Bates expressed frustration over the lack of interest from producers and financiers, attributing it to ageism and a lack of understanding of the project's historical significance. She highlighted the broader issue of ageism in Hollywood, noting that older actresses often struggle to find roles and support for their projects. Bates remains determined to bring her story to the screen, emphasizing the importance of representation and the need for more diverse storytelling in the industry.

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