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Milly Alcock Embraces Queer Readings of ‘Supergirl’ and ‘Loves’ How the Movie Ditches a Romance Storyline: ‘A Great Representation of a Modern Woman’

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June 23, 2026

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Milly Alcock Embraces Queer Readings of ‘Supergirl’ and ‘Loves’ How the Movie Ditches a Romance Storyline: ‘A Great Representation of a Modern Woman’

Milly Alcock is embracing queer interpretations of Supergirl. At the world premiere of “Supergirl” on Monday night, the star explained why she believes Kara Zor-El has become such a meaningful character for LGBTQ+ fans. “I’ve had a few people ask me about her because it’s Pride Month and all that, and I think that she’s []

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Daily Mail

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· Jul 2, 2026

Taylor and Travis's untold REAL love story: She was the bookish pop star with everything but the husband she craved. He was the bullish sports bro with a raucous past. But friends say he offered something she simply couldn't refuse...

Taylor and Travis's untold REAL love story: She was the bookish pop star with everything but the husband she craved. He was the bullish sports bro with a raucous past. But friends say he offered something she simply couldn't refuse...

Associated Press

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· Jun 26, 2026

Is Milly Alcock's 'Supergirl' LGBTQ+?

After repeated questions about the sexual orientation of the new "Supergirl," actor Milly Alcock takes a guess. #MillyAlcock #Supergirl

AutoStraddle

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· Jun 26, 2026

‘I Kissed a Girl’ Season 2 Ups the Lesbian Drama, Downs the U-Haul Stereotypes

Strap in and let’s meet our new sapphic couples! The post ‘I Kissed a Girl’ Season 2 Ups the Lesbian Drama, Downs the U-Haul Stereotypes appeared first on Autostraddle.

Toronto Sun

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· Jul 10, 2026

Kathy Griffin goes Instagram official with 22-year-old boyfriend: ‘HAVE AT IT, INTERNET’

The 65-five-year-old comedian's new romance comes after her 2025 divorce and follows past comments about dating younger men

ArcaMax

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· Jun 23, 2026

Milly Alcock: Supergirl is a great representation of modern women

Milly Alcock has explained what she likes about her Supergirl character.

Indy Week

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· Jul 2, 2026

Feels On Wheels: How Local Pop-Up Romance Bookstores Are Creating Inclusive Reading Communities

Want a romance read that goes beyond castles, dowries, and long blonde hair? Just ask the owners of Peach Basket Books and Rebel Romance Bookstore.

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Related coverage for "Milly Alcock Embraces Queer Readings of ‘Supergirl’ and ‘Loves’ How the Movie Ditches a Romance Storyline: ‘A Great Representation of a Modern Woman’": Daily Mail — Taylor and Travis's untold REAL love story: She was the bookish pop star with everything but the husband she craved. He was the bullish sports bro with a raucous past. But friends say he offered something she simply couldn't refuse.... Associated Press — Is Milly Alcock's 'Supergirl' LGBTQ+?. AutoStraddle — ‘I Kissed a Girl’ Season 2 Ups the Lesbian Drama, Downs the U-Haul Stereotypes. Toronto Sun — Kathy Griffin goes Instagram official with 22-year-old boyfriend: ‘HAVE AT IT, INTERNET’. ArcaMax — Milly Alcock: Supergirl is a great representation of modern women. Indy Week — Feels On Wheels: How Local Pop-Up Romance Bookstores Are Creating Inclusive Reading Communities