Is chivalry officially DEAD, or did David Corenswet just resurrect it faster than his Superman character can fly?
Plot twist, bestie: Superman actor David Corenswet, 32, became the REAL hero at Monday’s Supergirl premiere in New York City when he absolutely SWOOPED in to protect his gorgeous costar Milly Alcock, 26, from a photographer who apparently skipped the memo about personal boundaries. The moment—caught on viral footage that’s been making the rounds on social media—shows Corenswet positioning himself between Alcock and an overzealous paparazzi member who had the audacity to touch her back without permission. The nerve! In an era where we’re CONSTANTLY talking about consent and respect, this cameraman decided to write his own rulebook. Girl, BYE.
The footage shows Corenswet’s protective instincts kicking into overdrive as he gently but firmly created a human barrier, essentially saying “NOT TODAY, SATAN” to any inappropriate behavior. It’s giving gentleman energy, it’s giving costar solidarity, and honestly? The internet is LIVING for it. Alcock didn’t sign up for unwanted touching on a red carpet—she signed up to slay in her Supergirl suit, period.
What makes this moment even MORE iconic is that Corenswet didn’t make a huge scene or get aggressive about it. He simply handled his business with the kind of quiet confidence that screams “I’m secure enough in myself to protect someone else.” That’s the kind of energy we need MORE of in Hollywood, honestly. Not the performative outrage, but the actual ACTIONS that show you respect your colleagues and fellow humans.
The chemistry between these two costars just went from “cute on-screen duo” to “they’re BESTIES” in our minds. Fans have been flooding social media with praise for Corenswet’s chivalry, with many pointing out that this is literally the bare minimum—but apparently, it’s also increasingly rare in an industry plagued by boundary-crossing incidents.
Milly Alcock has been serving looks and talent since her Game of Thrones days, and she deserves to work in an environment where her boundaries are respected. Period. Full stop. End of story. David Corenswet apparently got the memo, and we’re here for it.
What do you think? A) David Corenswet is the gentleman Hollywood needs B) This shouldn’t be newsworthy—protecting someone should be basic human decency