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Mara Wilson Embraces Audiobooks, Critiques Hollywood's Ageism

5/28/2026

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Mara Wilson now focuses on audiobook narration, having recorded about 70 titles.
She says few roles exist for women of her age and looks.
She adds that audiobooks let her portray any character she wants.
She has spoken publicly about Hollywood’s treatment of child stars, including being sexualized as a child.

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Story summary

Mara Wilson now focuses on audiobook narration, having recorded about 70 titles.
She says few roles exist for women of her age and looks.
She adds that audiobooks let her portray any character she wants.
She has spoken publicly about Hollywood’s treatment of child stars, including being sexualized as a child.