‘Girls on the Bus’ Team Talks Star Melissa Benoist’s ‘Devoted Fan Base’ and Inspiring Young People to Vote
variety.comElizabeth Taylor Melissa Benoist is set to fly high on her newest show “The Girls on the Bus.” The “Supergirl” alum stars in the Max series as a political journalist who hits the campaign trail alongside three other female reporters.
In a rowdy presidential campaign year with a tumultuous climate, the actor feels that the streamer will do more than entertain.
She thinks it could inspire young people to vote in November. “I think that every single election is an important election and they always have been,” Benoist told Variety at the show’s premiere in New York City on Tuesday night. “Hopefully this show will encourage people and maybe younger people to remain passionate and informed and have their voices heard.” Rounding out the cast are Carla Gugino, Natasha Behnam, and Christina Elmore.
As their characters travel on the press bus, a strong sisterhood develops despite different personalities, beliefs and the competition to grab the next big scoop.
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