MELISSA BENOIST
Melissa Benoist
Gender: Female
Known for: Acting
Birthday: October 4, 1988
Place of Birth: Houston, Texas, USA
Biography
Melissa Marie Benoist (born October 4, 1988) is an American actress, singer and producer. Her first major role was Marley Rose on the Fox musical comedy drama Glee (2012–2014), where she was a series regular during the fifth season. She rose to widespread prominence for portraying the title character on the CBS / CW superhero series Supergirl (2015–2021), along with related media in the Arrowverse franchise.
Filmography
Starring
2025·
The WaterfrontBree Buckley
2024·
The Girls on the BusSadie McCarthy
Teela (voice)
Self
Self
2022·
Clerks IIIAuditioner
2020·
Magnum DopusSelf
2019·
BatwomanKara Danvers / Supergirl
Self
2019·
The StewSusan
Chronic
2018·
WacoRachel Koresh
Overgirl (voice)
2018·
Billy BoyJennifer
2017·
LowridersLorelai
2017·
Sun DogsTally Petersen
Kara Danvers / Supergirl, Kara Danvers / Supergirl / Overgirl
2016·
Patriots DayKatherine Russell
2016·
Band of RobbersBecky Thatcher
2015·
SupergirlKara Danvers / Supergirl / Kara Zor-El
Self
2015·
Danny CollinsJamie
2015·
The Longest RideMarcia
Self
2014·
The FlashKara Danvers / Supergirl, Kara Danvers / Supergirl / Overgirl
2014·
WhiplashNicole
2012·
ArrowKara Danvers / Supergirl
2011·
HomelandStacy Moore
2010·
ConanSelf
2010·
Blue BloodsRenee
2009·
The Good WifeMolly
2009·
GleeMarley Rose
2008·
TennesseeLaurel - age 18
2006·
Top ChefSelf - Guest Judge
2003·
Jimmy Kimmel Live!Self - Guest
Jessalyn Kerr
Self
Self - Presenter