Melissa Benoist

Actress

Born - October 04, 1988 in Littleton, Colorado, USA

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'House of the Dragon' star Milly Alcock addresses 'Supergirl' backlash ahead of June 2026 release: 'I can only be myself'

etimes.in / Apr 01, 2026, 16:35 (IST)

Milly Alcock, recently gaining acclaim from her role in 'House of the Dragon', is stepping into the shoes of Supergirl with a sense of determination. Fully aware of the high expectations that come with the role, especially as a woman in a leading franchise, she confidently expresses, 'I can only be true to myself.

Melissa Benoist files for divorce from Blake Jenner

PTI / Dec 29, 2016, 09:33 (IST)

"Supergirl" star Melissa Benoist is putting an end to her marriage and has filed for divorce from husband Blake Jenner.

Melissa Benoist and Supergirl co-star Chris Wood are engaged

PTI / Feb 11, 2019, 14:03 (IST)

Actor Melissa Benoist is engaged to her Supergirl co-star Chris Wood.

Melissa Benoist, Sam Heughan to star in 'Oxford'

PTI / Aug 29, 2015, 16:36 (IST)

'Outlander' star Sam Heughan and 'Supergirl' actress Melissa Benoist will come together for Screen Gems romantic-drama 'Oxford.'

'Whiplash' actress Melissa Benoist dating Chris Wood

PTI / Mar 21, 2017, 13:13 (IST)

Actress Melissa Benoist is in a relationship with her "Supergirl" co-star Chris Wood.

'Supergirl' stars Melissa Benoist and Chris Wood get married

PTI / Sep 04, 2019, 17:31 (IST)

Benoist met Wood on the set of the series in which she plays the titular hero, and he joined the cast as her on-screen love interest Mon-El in 2016. She was previously married to "Glee" co-star Blake Jenner.

Melissa Benoist calls for harassers to be held accountable

PTI / Nov 13, 2017, 14:37 (IST)

'Supergirl' star Melissa Benoist is calling for Hollywood to change for better after series show runner Andrew Kreisberg was accused of sexual harassment by multiple women.

Calista Flockhart cast in 'Supergirl'

PTI / Feb 24, 2015, 18:58 (IST)

'Brothers & Sisters' actress Calista Flockhart is returning to TV with a co-starring role opposite Melissa Benoist in the drama 'Supergirl'.

Melissa Benoist says she is a victim of domestic violence

PTI / Nov 28, 2019, 11:54 (IST)

'Supergirl' star Melissa Benoist has come out as a survivor of domestic violence.

Wonder Woman Lynda Carter to join 'Supergirl' cast

PTI / Jun 22, 2016, 12:35 (IST)

"Wonder Woman" star Lynda Carter has joined the cast of "Supergirl".

Carla Gugino to star in HBO Max series 'The Girls On The Bus'

PTI / Sep 02, 2022, 14:28 (IST)

Actor Carla Gugino is set to star alongside Melissa Benoist, Natasha Behnam and Christina Elmore in HBO Max's political drama series "The Girls On The Bus". According to source, the show hails from Warner Bros. TV and Berlanti Productions.

'Hateful Eight' actor Demian Bichir joins 'Alien: Covenant'

PTI / Feb 24, 2016, 12:31 (IST)

'Covenant', set ten years after 'Prometheus', will follow a colony ship bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy.

Christina Elmore set to star in drama series 'The Girls On The Bus'

ANI / Jul 12, 2022, 15:58 (IST)

'Insecure' actor Christina Elmore will star in drama series 'The Girls On The Bus,' alongside Melissa Benoist and Natasha Behnam.

Calista Flockhart returning to 'Supergirl' season 2

PTI / Aug 03, 2016, 08:58 (IST)

American actress Calista Flockhart is returning as Kara's (Melissa Benoist) boss Cat Grant for "Supergirl" season 2, but as a recurring guest star.

'Supergirl' to end with sixth season

PTI / Sep 23, 2020, 12:17 (IST)

The actor added that she is now looking forward to don the cape for one last time for the show's final season.

Melissa Benoist shares thoughts on Milly Alcock's supergirl role

Mar 05, 2024, 10:23 (IST)

Benoist stressed the enduring significance of Supergirl as a symbol, dating back to her inception in the 1950s. The character represents strength, resilience, and hope, qualities that resonate deeply with audiences, especially young women. Benoist acknowledged Supergirl's iconic status and emphasized the character's role in inspiring and empowering generations of fans.

Kevin Williamson’s crime drama ‘The Waterfront’ cancelled after season one

ANI / Aug 26, 2025, 10:22 (IST)

Netflix has decided not to renew Kevin Williamson's crime drama 'The Waterfront' for a second season, despite its strong performance. The show, which features Holt McCallany, Jake Weary, and Melissa Benoist, spent five weeks in Netflix's global Top 10, even outperforming other dramas that were canceled after one season. The cancellation comes as a surprise given its popularity.

Naya Rivera, who rose to fame on TV show 'Glee,' dies at 33

AP / Jul 14, 2020, 08:41 (IST)

Naya Rivera, a singer and actor who played a gay cheerleader on the hit TV musical comedy "Glee," was found dead Monday in a Southern California lake. She was 33.