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Milly Alcock Dismisses Anonymous Critics, Cites Gender Backlash

5/22/2026

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Milly Alcock rebuffed online critics in a Variety interview ahead of the June “Supergirl” release.
She said many detractors hide behind anonymous “Dad of four, Christian” burner accounts, which she ignores.
Alcock linked the criticism to public distrust of institutions, which she says fuels unhealthy celebrity ties on online forums.
She noted that women in fan-heavy franchises often receive backlash simply for being cast in prominent roles.

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Milly Alcock rebuffed online critics in a Variety interview ahead of the June “Supergirl” release.
She said many detractors hide behind anonymous “Dad of four, Christian” burner accounts, which she ignores.
Alcock linked the criticism to public distrust of institutions, which she says fuels unhealthy celebrity ties on online forums.
She noted that women in fan-heavy franchises often receive backlash simply for being cast in prominent roles.