Yahoo News Supergirl's Melissa Benoist talks firing of co-creator
Supergirl's Melissa Benoist has spoken out about the firing of series boss Andrew Kreisberg following a series of sexual misconduct allegations made against him.
Appearing at the Television Critics Association's winter press tour earlier today (January 15), Melissa admitted that "the irony" of the situation was not lost on her.
Calling the news of Kresiberg's alleged behaviour "a major disappointment", Melissa went on to explain how the cast and crew of the hit CW series have moved forward since Kreisberg's departure last year.
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"I have to say that the way our show has recovered as a cast and a crew together, we have an atmosphere on set now that I'm extremely proud of," she explained (via Entertainment Weekly).
"There are a lot of amazing men that work on our show, and we have a lot of amazing women that are in powerful positions on our show as well."
Paying tribute to co-showrunner Jessica Queller and executive producer Sarah Schechter, Melissa also praised the new working atmosphere on the show.
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"We're all in the fight for equality and for a safer atmosphere in the working space," she added.
Shortly after allegations against Kresiberg came to light, Melissa publicly offered her support to those who have been "mistreated" by people in a position of power.
"When people are mistreated, they should have a safe forum to speak their truth and always be heard," she wrote.
"And when people commit crimes or harass others they should always be held accountable – no matter what industry they work in or how much power they wield."
Supergirl returns to The CW today (January 15) in the US before breaking for a hiatus on Febrary 7. Sky One airs the show in the UK.
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