Outlander star Caitriona Balfe, who plays Claire Fraser on the hit Starz show, recently announced that the cast had wrapped filming on the final season of the series
Sam Heughan, the heartthrob of the time-travel drama had nothing but sweet words for his on-screen partner Caitriona Balfe as she shared an emotional goodbye with fans.
The revelation came after Balfe, who portrays Claire Fraser, informed her followers that the “Outlander really is more than just a TV show, it’s a family, and while filming might be ending, there’s so much more to this journey that’s just beginning.”
The crew had wrapped up shooting for the show’s eighth season, which is expected to grace screens in 2025 on Starz.
Celebrations were in order as the cast recently marked the milestone of completing 100 episodes, a journey that has been adapted from Diana Gabaldon’s beloved book series, reports the Daily Record.
While the final chapter of season eight promises to be a bittersweet farewell, leaving fans reaching for the tissues, anticipation is currently high for the upcoming second half of season seven.
Caitriona Balfe, the series’ leading lady, took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message with her two million followers, reflecting on over ten years of embodying Claire Fraser.
She uploaded a series of photos featuring the cast with a clapperboard that declared: “It’s a wrap! “.
Alongside the images, Balfe penned a touching note: “‘Nothing is lost, Sassenach, only changed.'”.
She continued: “Today marks the final day of filming on the final season of #Outlander. Words cannot express the gratitude owed to each and every hard-working cast and crew member who brought this incredible series to life and every single fan who supports it with passion, creativity, and dedication.”
The show “Outlander really is more than just a show, it’s a family, and while filming might be ending, there’s so much more to this journey that’s just beginning.”
truly transcends mere entertainment, becoming a family in its own right, expressed one poignant post. The message looked forward to the unfolding adventures, noting, “Outlander really is more than just a show, it’s a family, and while filming might be ending, there’s so much more to this journey that’s just beginning.”
Dropping a playful hint, the post teased with a cheery addendum, “Slainte! (PS: our eagle-eyed fans might notice some of the clapboards include what our cast members want to take from set. What would YOU steal? ),” signalling an invitation for fans to join in the sentimental farewell.
Sam Heughan, deeply moved by the show’s wrap-up, left a heartfelt comment under his on-screen partner’s post, simple yet profound: “What a journey… Thank you x.”
Heughan reminisced over the years spent crafting the beloved series through a nostalgic Instagram carousel, revealing to his 4.3 million followers the overwhelming impact of “11 Years. 8 seasons. 101 Episodes @outlander_starz. What a journey.”
With a sense of gratitude, he shared sentiments encompassing “So many memories, incredible people I have been fortunate to work with and now can call friends. So many people to thank.”
Specifically, he expressed thanks to “Especially JAMMF himself, herself @diana_gabaldon , @starz @sptv , my brilliant partner in crime @caitrionabalfe , cast, crew, the fans and to Scotland! ! Dinnae fash Sassenachs, plenty more to look forward to….”
In a touching moment of camaraderie, the official Starz account for Outlander acknowledged Heughan’s indelible contribution: “Outlander has meant so much to so many, in no small part due to you.”
A tribute to his portrayal and dedication, they added, “Thanks for being such an inspiring leading man, a joy to all of us, and for embodying our favorite character in a way no one else could.”
