# Milly Alcock Braces for Supergirl Backlash: "I Can Only Be Myself" – A Bold Stand Ahead of 2026 Release **Imagine slipping into the iconic Supergirl cape, only to face a storm of fan backlash before the film even hits theaters.** That's the reality for *House of the Dragon* star **Milly Alcock**, who is gearing up to play Kara Zor-El in DC Studios' highly anticipated *Supergirl* movie, set for **June 2026**.[1] Milly Alcock, who captivated audiences as young Rhaenyra Targaryen in *House of the Dragon*, is no stranger to intense fan scrutiny.[1] Now, as she steps into the role of Supergirl's cousin, she's openly addressing the inevitable criticism swirling around her casting. In a candid **Vanity Fair interview**, Alcock didn't shy away from the pressure: *"I can't really stop them. I can only be myself."*[1] She admits to feeling nervous – *"Of course I'm scared. Of course, I want people to like me and the movie. But ultimately, it's out of my control."*[1] What makes this backlash feel so personal? Alcock points to the passionate – sometimes possessive – nature of superhero fandom, especially when a woman takes the lead in a major franchise.[1] She's experienced it before with *House of the Dragon*'s rabid fans, where "simply existing as a woman in that space is something that people comment on."[1] Yet, her response is refreshingly grounded: she's not here to please everyone, just to deliver her authentic take on Kara Zor-El. This honesty has fans buzzing. Will Alcock win over the skeptics with her fierce presence, much like she did in Westeros? Or will the DC Universe's high stakes amplify the divide? As production wraps and hype builds toward the June 2026 release, Alcock's mindset sets her apart – a reminder that true stars own their story, backlash be damned.[1]
*Supergirl soaring into action – a symbol of resilience, just like Milly Alcock's stance.* (Free stock image via Unsplash)
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1.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/english/hollywood/news/house-of-the-dragon-star-milly-alcock-addresses-supergirl-backlash-ahead-of-june-2026-release-i-can-only-be-myself/articleshow/129949849.cms
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