So far in 2023, superhero fans have seen two “live-action” iterations of DC’s Kryptonian savior Supergirl, with Ezra Miller’s The Flash introducing audiences to Sasha Calle’s Kara Zor-El, while also featuring a digital iteration of Helen Slater’s character from the 1984 film. But considering the film completely ignored the Arrowverse’s Barry Allen and other characters, that meant fans didn’t get to see Melissa Benoist back in costume for possibly the final time. But the actress herself sounds as if she’s willing and able to return to the role in the future, which has me very hopeful Kara Danvers will make an appearance on Superman & Lois before that series is all wrapped up.
As the WGA writers strike and SAG-AFTRA actors strike continue to shake up the entertainment industry, seemingly more celebs than ever are finding alternate ways to bring in funding, and Melissa Benoist is one of many who started up a Cameo page to send personal messages to paying fans. And bless her fan-pleasing heart, she immediately sparked speculation about a potential return as Supergirl, saying:
