CBS has cast Laura Benanti (Nashville) as Supergirl's mother in the upcoming series of the same name.
Laura Benanti will play Alura Zor-El, and will appear in a recurring role. Her character is described as:
Laura Benanti will play Alura Zor-El, and will appear in a recurring role. Her character is described as:
A strong noblewoman, Alura sends Kara to Earth to escape Krypton’s destruction. Her wisdom and guidance echoes across space and time, proving invaluable on Kara’s journey toward becoming Supergirl.
Her role seems to be similar to that of Jor-El, Superman's Kryptonian father.
Supergirl is in development by Greg Berlanti, Ali Adler and Sarah Sechter for CBS, and currently no premiere date has been assigned to the show.
Source: Deadline
Supergirl is in development by Greg Berlanti, Ali Adler and Sarah Sechter for CBS, and currently no premiere date has been assigned to the show.
Source: Deadline