Milly Alcock Says Supergirl Serves as Queer Icon in Upcoming Film

Australian actress Milly Alcock, who reprises Kara Zor-El in DC Studios' new Supergirl movie, told reporters that fans regard the character as a queer icon and that she is "honored" by this perception. She explained that Supergirl does not conform to traditional gender expectations, describing her as existing outside the binary and therefore "special, exciting and new."

Alcock added that the film will not centre on a romance or a male figure and suggested that the character’s sexuality might be ambiguous, saying it could "go both ways." The comments sparked debate on social media, with some fans praising the inclusive reading and others critiquing the lack of a clear answer. The movie is scheduled for theatrical release on June 26 2026, and the remarks also drew remarks from former Superman actor Dean Cain regarding related internet memes.