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A recent op-ed by actress Diane Far ignited debate over age parity in Hollywood, arguing that co-star age gaps undermine authentic chemistry. Far posits that pairing actors of similar ages yields more relatable portrayals, citing the success of shows like Fire Country where leads in their 50s work seamlessly together. She claims that "chemistry" in TV and film—an often-cited reason for success—can be crafted through shared experience and similar age, challenging Hollywood's obsession with big age gaps between romantic leads, commonly around 12 years or more.