I don’t see how doing away with “actress” does anything to advance gender equality. These thespians (how about using that word instead of “actor” and “actress”?) portray males and females; that is, until recently with the introduction of the multitude of different “gender identities.” Under the traditional way of doing things, has any actress been turned down for a female role because she is female? Have female lead and supporting roles ever been second class citizens compared to male roles?
Hey, just because an actress doesn't want to go out with you doesn't necessarily mean she's a thespian.