Supergirl

Milly Alcock, a 25-year-old actress from Sydney, Australia, is newsworthy due to her recent casting as Supergirl. Alcock gained prominence for her role as young Rhaenyra Targaryen in the HBO series 'House of the Dragon,' a prequel to 'Game of Thrones,' which premiered in 2022. According to one article, she accepted the Supergirl role after a year without work, expressing initial fears that her career might have peaked at 22. Her casting is significant because it represents a new direction for the Supergirl character within the DC Universe, and Alcock's previous success suggests she could bring a strong performance to the role. The news highlights the ongoing trend of established actors taking on superhero roles in major film franchises.