“Chasing Life’s” Italia Ricci has joined the cast
of “Supergirl” in a recurring role.
The actress will play Siobhan Smythe, aka Silver Banshee, beginning in Episode 14 of the season.
Siobhan is Cat Grant’s (Calista Flockhart) “latest hire who at first becomes a work nemesis for Kara,”
according to the studio’s character description. “But she later proves a
more deadly foe for Supergirl when she takes on the mantle of DC
Comics villain, Silver Banshee.”
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“We are so excited to be
working with Italia,” Executive Producer Andrew Kreisberg said in a
statement. “We’ve been a fan of her work for years and we cannot wait to
see her take on this iconic comic book role.”
Italia’s fiancé, Robbie Amell, previously
played a character on another show from Executive Producers Kreisberg and Greg
Berlanti – “The Flash.” Robbie played Ronnie Raymond/Firestorm until he
disappeared into a wormhole (presumed dead) in the Season 2 premiere.
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After the news broke, Robbie quickly hit Twitter to share his congratulations for Italia.
“So badass!!!! Congratulations @italiaricci I always knew you were a super villain,” he Tweeted.
“Supergirl” airs Mondays
at 8/7c on CBS.
— Jolie Lash
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