Jennifer Love Hewitt slams ageism in Hollywood, says ‘it’s hurtful' to feel rejected

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Having trouble? Click here. Jennifer Love Hewitt is fighting back against ageism in Hollywood. While Hewitt has been in the spotlight for decades, she pushed back at critics who scrutinized her looks as she grew up in the industry. "Age is age," she told Fox News Digital. "I think women really come into this… acceptance of themselves and comfortability in their 40s that is beautiful." Although "The Holiday Junkie" star said she loves her current age, she confessed that the most challenging aspect has been public reaction to her getting older. "The times that it's hard for me though… I feel like fans pick… this age that they love that they think represents you, and you're never supposed to grow beyond that," she explained as she referenced a quote from Taylor Swift.