Caitriona Balfe Showbiz Cheat Sheet

Caitriona Balfe
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Caitriona Balfe
Caitriona Balfe is best known for her role as Claire Fraser on the Starz historical drama Outlander.

The Irish actor studied drama at the Dublin Institute of Technology. She began her career as a model after being spotted by a talent scout. The young model worked for many high-profile fashion shows and was one of the top models around the world.

Balfe crossed into acting and was cast in a small role in 2006’s The Devil Wears Prada. She went on to have several film roles in Super 8, Crush, Now You See Me, Ford v Ferrari, and Belfast, among others. She also appeared on a few TV shows, including doing some voice work.

Balfe has been nominated for and won several awards, namely for her role on Outlander. She has three Saturn Awards and two People’s Choice Awards, among others.
For more, see Caitriona Balfe's IMDb.
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Outlander

‘Outlander’ Cast Then and Now: See How Jamie and Claire Have Changed Since Season 1

A lot has changed for Jamie (Sam Heughan) and Claire (Caitriona Balfe) since 'Outlander' premiered 10 years ago.

by Megan Elliott

Published on August 10, 2024

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Get a First Look at ‘Outlander’ Star Sam Heughan In His ‘Very Sexy’ New Series ‘The Couple Next Door’

Sam Heughan plays an alpha traffic cop named Danny who gets sexually entangled with his neighbors in the new Starz series 'The Couple Next Door.'

by Megan Elliott

Caitriona Balfe and Sam Heughan filming an episode of 'Outlander'

Two Fan-Favorite ‘Outlander’ Characters Will Return in Season 8

'Outlander' stars Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe shared some big news with fans in an April 1 Instagram update.

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One of Jodie Foster's early acting roles involved playing an orphan on 'Gunsmoke.'

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‘Bad Sisters’ Star Eva Birthistle Loves This Part of the Show so Much She Replicated It at Home

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Taron Egerton stars in Netflix's new Christmas thriller/action movie, 'Carry-On.'

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'Outlander' star Caitriona Balfe has previously been nominated for a Golden Globe, but has she ever won an Emmy?

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‘Outlander’: Caitriona Balfe and Sam Heughan Share New Details About Season 5 in Video

The stars of 'Outlander,' Claire (Caitriona Balfe) and Jamie (Sam Heughan) Fraser, recently helped announce the premiere date of the upcoming season.

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Caitriona Balfe Net Worth: Plus How Much Is The ‘Outlander’ Star Paid Per Episode?

Caitriona Balfe has made quite the name for herself starring in the hit fantasy drama, Outlander. Over the past four seasons of the show, Balfe has been nominated for two Golden Globes and has won a slew of awards, including a BAFTA Award, a Saturn Award, and two People’s Choice Awards. In Season 5 of Outlander, Balfe was promoted to a producer alongside her co-star, Sam Heughan. With Balfe’s future in Hollywood looking brighter than ever, here is a quick look at her net worth, plus how much she makes for every episode of Outlander.

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‘Outlander’ Star Caitriona Balfe Gets Married in a Secret Wedding

Caitriona Balfe, known to fans everywhere as Claire Fraser, is finally a married woman. She tied the knot with music producer Anthony “Tony” McGill.

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‘Outlander’: You Can Visit Claire’s Standing Stones Craigh Na Dun – Here’s How

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‘Outlander’: Jamie And Claire’s Most Romantic Moments

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‘Outlander’ Season 5: Jamie Hid This Huge Secret From Claire And Fans Missed The Whole Thing

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‘Outlander’: Will Jamie and Claire Return To Scotland In Season 5?

Jamie (Sam Heughan) and Claire (Catriona Balfe) spent several seasons in his native country, but Season 5 will presumably keep them in North America as they continue to set up their new home on Fraser’s Ridge. But what are the chances that Jamie and Claire return to Scotland when 'Outlander' premieres later this year?

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‘Outlander’: The Most Romantic Things Jamie Has Said To Claire

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‘Outlander’ Stars Sam Heughan And Caitriona Balfe’s Steamiest Moments

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