For years, diverse representation in media, both in front of and behind the camera, was on the rise, particularly on streaming platforms. Driven by pressure from activist campaigns like #OscarsSoWhite and the dawning recognition that it actually made financial sense to hire from a broader pool of talent, it appeared that media giants may have gotten the message. Now, it seems those same giants are losing the plot. On Wednesday, UCLA’s Institute for Entertainment and Media Research Initiative published the second part of its annual Hollywood Diversity Report, looking specifically at representation in movies made for streaming services. The report found that in 2025, the share of women and people of color in leading roles and prominent behind-the-scenes jobs, like directors and writers, fell by significant margins. The report’s co-authors also warn that things could get worse amid President Donald Trump’s attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. This shift comes as streaming has taken hold as one of the primary ways Americans watch TV and movies. In 2025, 96.4 million households had a TV connected to a streaming device or service. Nielsen also reported that in March, streaming accounted for roughly 48% of TV viewing in the U.S., compared with about 20% for broadcast TV and 21% for cable.