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3 days ago
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Outlander star Caitriona Balfe makes admission about Claire Fraser's parents in prequel
Outlander actress Caitríona Balfe opened up about the prequel Outlander: Blood of My Blood teased in trailer Outlander actress Caitríona Balfe has divulged a lovely anecdote about the runaway success of the Starz series, reports the Scottish Daily Express. The Irish sensation commented: "I mean, I did not start the show thinking I would ever meet my parents." She further revealed her excitement about the prequel developments, saying, "I didn't know that these guys were going to be part of the prequel and I was super excited when I found out they were because I think I was like, 'Oh great, like it's really cool that Claire's parents are in the show.'". Balfe also shared, "I don't remember what my vision of them in my head was. But when I saw these guys a week ago, I was like, 'It's really cool. It's really awesome.'". These revelations came during a Q&A session with cast members from Outlander: Blood of My Blood—Jeremy Irvine and Hermione Corfield—who bring life to Balfe's onscreen parents, Henry Beauchamp and Julia Moriston. Upon meeting the pair from Blood of My Blood, Balfe expressed, "Having met Hermione and Jeremy, I'm like they are definitely fitting parents." Admirers of Outlander have already observed the notable likeness between Balfe and Corfield, who are cast as daughter and mother characters. In reflection of her pivotal role on the show, Balfe disclosed: "I think Diana created the most incredible character in Claire. She is incredibly strong-willed. She has an innate sense of justice. She will fight for that justice." Balfe adds depth to her portrayal of Claire by stating, "She doesn't take slights lightly. But she lives and loves with incredible passion." Regarding her fictional lineage, Balfe mused, "She fights fiercely and she loves fiercely. And I don't know which one of my parents she got it from." The conversation then turned to the serendipitous romance that blossomed between Henry and Julia under rather extraordinary conditions. Corfield divulged: "So I'm working in a redaction office. You [Henry] write a letter that's sort of saying, 'All is lost and I'm in a horrible place and if anyone read this, I need help.'". Elaborating further, she added: "And then I write back and then we start writing." Irvine described his character's emotions, saying: "There's a poetic nature of Julia's letters. He really finds solace in the romance. In a very dark place, he finds this little ray of hope and this light and he really sort of clings onto that." 'Outlander: Blood of My Blood' is set to delve into the backgrounds of Claire's parents, Henry and Julia, who have so far been cloaked in enigma within the narrative, unlike Jamie Fraser's (played by Sam Heughan) parents. Devoted followers are on the brink of uncovering truths about Henry and Julia, whose lives were truncated by a car crash, leaving Claire an orphan during her childhood years. Following the tragedy, Claire found a new home with her Uncle Quentin 'Lamb' Lambert, enacted by George Kemp in Outlander: Blood of My Blood. Operating without the framework of an existing book, the prequel series afforded its writers significant creative freedom to craft the storyline. Additionally, the show promises to captivate newcomers unfamiliar with Outlander as well as satisfy the intrigue of long-standing watchers, presenting elements to appeal to both camps.
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3 days ago
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'Outlander' Star Sam Heughan Talks the 'Amazing' Fraser Clan Old and New (Exclusive)
'Outlander' Star Sam Heughan Talks the 'Amazing' Fraser Clan Old and New (Exclusive) originally appeared on Parade. The Fraser clan will soon see the passing of the tartan from one generation to the next when the Outlander: Blood of My Blood prequel premieres on STARZ on August 8. And fans of the historic Scottish world created by Diana Gabaldon in her franchise of Outlander bestselling novels will be able to watch the love story between Brian Fraser (Jamie Roy) and Ellen MacKenzie (Harriet Slater) that created Jamie Fraser (Sam Heughan) and the rest of his clan. To celebrate World Outlander Day on June 1, STARZ will release 'Outlander and Blood of My Blood: The Gathering' on its YouTube channel and on the STARZ app. The special unites cast members from both series for the first time to celebrate the Outlander journey, welcome in the new generation of Frasers, MacKenzies and Beauchamps and explore the ties that bind their stories. It features interviews with the executive producers and cast members from both series and will provide a sneak peek at the new prequel series, Outlander: Blood of My Blood ahead of its August 8 premiere, as well as a look back at the legacy of Outlander over the past 11 years. 🎬 In the exclusive clip below, members of the cast from both STARZ series were given the chance to talk about the similarities and differences between their shows. In the scene, Heughan commented, 'What an amazing extended family we have from Murtagh being [Jamie's] godfather through to Jamie's own children that he's had. But also, the people he's brought into the family, like Marsali and Fergus, are an incredible family. And what a force to be reckoned with. This is a great representation of a Scottish clan. On the one side, they're loyal and trustworthy. And on the other, who knows?' Several of the characters from the original Outlander series will be appearing in Blood of My Blood. That includes the aforementioned Brian and Ellen, as well as Jocasta MacKenzie (Ellen's sister), Dougal MacKenzie (Ellen's brother), Colum MacKenzie (Ellen's brother), and Murtagh FitzGibbons Fraser (second cousin to Brian and Jamie's future godfather). Of course, the roles have been recast with younger actors, as the story takes place prior to Jamie's birth. Jocasta will be played by Sadhbh Malin, Dougal by Sam Retford, Colum by Séamus McLean Ross, and Murtagh will be played by Rory Alexander. Blood of My Blood will be set in two different time periods. Jamie's parents met and fell in love in the early 18th-century Scottish Highlands, while Claire's parents, Julia Moriston (Hermione Corfield) and Henry Beauchamp (Jeremy Irvine), who were added to the story from the original books, met and fell in love in WWI England. Outlander: Blood of My Blood will premiere on Friday, August 8.'Outlander' Star Sam Heughan Talks the 'Amazing' Fraser Clan Old and New (Exclusive) first appeared on Parade on May 30, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
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4 days ago
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Outlander's Dougal star issued 'complicated' advice to Blood of My Blood successor
Outlander: Blood of My Blood star Sam Retford has opened up about taking on the iconic role of Dougal MacKenzie Outlander: Blood of My Blood star Sam Retford was given some sage advice from original Dougal MacKenzie actor Graham McTavish when he joined the new spin-off. The forthcoming prequel on Starz will delve into the captivating love stories of Claire (portrayed by Caitriona Balfe) and Jamie Fraser's (Sam Heughan) parents. Spanning two separate timelines, the 10-episode drama follows Ellen MacKenzie (Harriet Slater) and Brian Fraser (Jamie Roy) in 18th Century Scotland and Julia Moriston (Hermione Corfield) and Henry Beauchamp (Jeremy Irvine) set against the backdrop of WWI. In addition to expanding the narratives of these two iconic couples, Blood of My Blood will also showcase some familiar faces from Jamie's lineage. Among them is English-Australian actor Retford, stepping into the beloved role of Dougal, previously played by Scottish actor McTavish, reports the Scottish Daily Express. "It's very easy to play Dougal because you can kind of just do whatever comes into your head," the newcomer confessed at the recent Outlander and Blood of My Blood: The Gathering panel. "Everyone else has to exercise temperance when someone frustrates them in a scene, whereas Dougal would either get up and leave or, I don't know, pull a knife out." Despite his performance coming naturally to Retford, he received some vital words of warning from his predecessor about portraying Jamie's formidable uncle. "Graham gave me a lovely piece of advice which was that Dougal is entirely complicated in everything he does and everything's always for a reason," he revealed. "I think, to develop a character that eventually becomes so passionate about his country and freedom, so much so that it compromises his own self, despite on the surface looking inherently selfish, I think he becomes the exact opposite." Dougal became a pivotal figure in build-up to the Battle of Culloden, where the patriotic Jacobites clashed with the British in an attempt to reinstate the Stuart monarchy. Over 1,000 Highlanders were killed or injured, including Dougal himself in Outlander's second season finale when he mistakenly thinks Claire and Jamie are planning to assassinate Charles Stuart (Andrew Gower). After a heated confrontation, Jamie is compelled to kill his uncle, stabbing Dougal in the throat. He dies choking on his own blood in Jamie's arms. While Dougal recently made an unexpected return earlier in his life during Outlander's seventh season, fans will undoubtedly be touched once they encounter him as a younger man. "Young Dougal is someone who I've always felt emotional when reading him on the page because you almost feel sorry for him not being able to see the bigger picture," Retford continued. "But that's something that's always been super interesting and I get to punch loads of people so it's pretty good fun!" In addition to the revealing new prequel, Outlander enthusiasts also have another instalment of the flagship drama to anticipate.
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4 days ago
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Outlander: Blood of My Blood stars tease Claire Fraser's parents' 'tragic' romance
Outlander: Blood of My Blood stars Hermione Corfield and Jeremy Irvine have teased what's to come for their doomed romance Warning - this article contains major spoilers for Outlander: Blood of My Blood The newest additions to the Outlander cast have provided insight into the tragic love story of Claire Fraser's (portrayed by Caitriona Balfe) parents in the forthcoming prequel series. Hermione Corfield and Jeremy Irvine are set to bring Julia Moriston and Henry Beauchamp to life in the highly anticipated Blood of My Blood, which explores their romance amidst the turmoil of World War I. This narrative unfolds in tandem with the 18th-century Scottish union of Brian Fraser (Jamie Roy) and Ellen MacKenzie (Harriet Slater). During a panel discussion marking World Outlander Day, where they were joined by established cast members including Jamie Fraser star Sam Heughan, Corfield and Irvine dropped hints about the heart-wrenching plot twists awaiting viewers. Balfe posed a question to her new on-screen family, inquiring, "I have a question, why did you leave me?", reports the Scottish Daily Express. Irvine revealed that after Claire's birth, the couple embarks on a "romantic trip" to Scotland. In a lighthearted jibe, he quipped, "You were a f****** nightmare when you were a child, right? We needed a break." Continuing in a humorous tone, he fumbled through an explanation, "We leave you... we go off on a holiday... good point." In response, Balfe teased, "Claire has abandonment issues and I want them sorted right now!" Irvine followed up by explaining, "We love Claire but after everything our characters had been through, we wanted to go on a holiday just us." Newly released clips from the series have confirmed that a significant portion of the drama will unfold on the WWI battlefields, suggesting that Julia and Henry will be in dire need of respite post-conflict. However, viewers should brace themselves as the peace is unlikely to last. Early on in the original series, it's revealed that Claire has scant knowledge about her parents due to their untimely demise in a car accident when she was merely five years old. Should Blood of My Blood extend over several seasons, it's plausible that the series finale might climax with this heartbreaking incident, resulting in Julia and Henry's daughter being brought up by her uncle. Yet, given the recurrent theme of time travel in Outlander, could there be a possibility of a supernatural twist enabling them to survive in a different era? Fans are eagerly awaiting further revelations. In the meantime, the main series still has one more season left to conclude Claire and Jamie's extraordinary love journey through the ages.
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5 days ago
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Caitríona Balfe addresses the end of Outlander in amazing tribute
Outlander's Caitríona Balfe paid tribute to the show Outlander star Caitríona Balfe has expressed her deep appreciation for the Starz historical drama during a recent virtual gathering, reports the Scottish Daily Express. The Irish actress, who portrays Claire Fraser, reflected on the show's achievements and extended her gratitude towards the team behind it. Balfe remarked: "I think we've been so spoiled to have so many years of the show doing so well and being promoted so well. "Every single year, Starz have been so amazing and they've put these massive billboards up and it's almost like you start to get used to it, until you realise this may never happen again and it's a really amazing thing that we've been a part of." She also shared her best wishes with the cast of the upcoming prequel series Outlander: Blood of My Blood: "And I hope you guys get to have the same experiences for a very long time because it's really very special and it's not to be taken for granted." Balfe was speaking at The Gathering, an online event hosted by Starz in celebration of Outlander Day on June 1, which marks the publication date of the first book in Diana Gabaldon's acclaimed series. The event was organised by Starz to offer a sneak peek at the anticipated prequel series Outlander: Blood of My Blood, bringing together actors from both the original and upcoming series to discuss what fans can expect. Actress Harriet Slater, who portrays Ellen MacKenzie in Blood of My Blood, expressed her admiration following Balfe's tribute: "I just want to say congratulations because you've made such an incredible show, and like you said, it's so rare for a show to go on that long these days. "I feel like things are cancelled left, right and centre, so it's amazing that you've made this and it's so loved and I feel very proud to be joining, and we've got some big boots to fill." Sam Heughan, famed for his role as Jamie Fraser, also offered his commendations to the cast of Blood of My Blood: "We're actually going to be the biggest fans of your show. "Honestly, I can't wait to see all the younger versions of ourselves or the characters we love." He continued: "A big thank you to our showrunners and writers, Diana Gabaldon who... she was the beginning of all this stuff. Good luck and we're rooting for you." Outlander: Blood of My Blood is set to captivate audiences with a 10-episode run, delving into the romantic histories of Claire and Jamie's parents. Echoing its predecessor Outlander, the spin-off will span various time periods, showcasing Claire's parents' love story during World War One and the fervent relationship of Jamie's parents in 17th century Scotland. While Blood of My Blood isn't directly adapted from any of Gabaldon's novels, it draws upon the Outlander canon through anecdotes Jamie and Claire have recounted about their forebears. The absence of original material has allowed the scriptwriters greater creative freedom to experiment with the narrative and fill in some blanks, especially concerning Claire's parents Henry Beauchamp (Jeremy Irvine) and Julia Moriston (Hermione Corfield). Claire was only aware that her parents perished in a car accident, but it appears that Blood of My Blood will provide a definitive resolution to their destiny.
