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"Incredible fun night at The Other Place. So much laughter, jokes and riffing off each other. No photos allowed even though we were told there would be time at the end. Took lots of notes.

Funniest joke of the night was when Sam was asked whether Macbeth was easier to speak in Scottish. He felt it was because they use all parts of the mouth to speak ‘we’re quite muscular’ he said to which Ian McKellen replied knowingly ‘I knoooow’ 😄

Ian took up 50% of time but was a total pro and did a marvellous Shakespearean speech about treating strangers and migrants kindly. Sam lead the requests for short performances which the other 3 did. Judy sonnet 29 and Lia played Rosalind.

Sam asked about future roles. He sees this as the start of a journey. Would love to do more with the same company.

Sam escorted Judy each time and was a perfect gentleman. Thanked the director and cast who were there.

Judy said she’d never imagined Macbeth carrying Lady M after she died and said she absolutely loved the way it was done

Sam revealed that sometimes they get real chips for the banquet scene but he finds it hard to nab one while seeing Banquo 😋

Sam had a Rob Roy cocktail, Judy champagne, Ian orange juice and Lia a fevertree tonic

No questions from the audience. Audience very appreciative and felt very intimate. Sam and Lia much more shy than Judy and Ian who were playing it like old hands

The cast all stay on RSC accommodation locally. Talked about memories of the Dirty Duck - Sam likes Stratford but said it would be a very short book when asked if he’d write one

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Dear Darren,

Thank you for reaching out. People spread all sorts of rumors in here and I wanted to stop or at least control them, after all. Maybe that was not the best choice and I tried a logical reasoning, instead of being too emotional. I have no idea if I managed to do so.

I am sorry, deeply sorry if that has caused you any sort of distress and I offer my deepest apologies if it did - that was not my intent at all. Know it has done so to many of us who appreciate her work and bravery, all over the world.

I have just tried to reach out to you, as instructed, but due to the account's settings, it would seem I am unable to send you either a message or a friend request, since I do not 'know you personally' (a very good way to filter out filth). You will forgive me for posting this without a proper conversation first, but this is the only way I can get my message across, at the moment.

Anons will have to decide: either I am poor and begging for tickets to cons (it was a present, by the way) or wealthy. Or either am I a Neanderthalian moron, or an educated person.

I shall always be grateful to my family for prizing education, through thick and thin, and especially to Shipper Mom for raising me virtually alone since my parents' very violent divorce. I shall always be grateful to all my wonderful teachers and mentors, in my home country and France, who taught me to stand by my own opinions and always back them with facts, even if these facts challenged prior prejudice. And I shall always be grateful to Fate, for allowing me to travel extensively when I most needed it. It is nothing but another form of education, which built in me a work hard, play hard ethics.

In reality, I am well-to-do, Anon. I earn my life rather comfortably at the scale of my own country and I work for every single penny I make. I chose to serve my country instead of being probably loaded with money, guilt and a breast cancer at 40. I am not ashamed of all the things I achieved until now, for I helped thousands of people and drove thousands of miles trying to represent them with dignity. There is no pride: I was paid to do so and respected a contract. I pay my taxes and I obey the law, which is also my trade.

One thing I will never understand is your collective, anonymous petty hate.

Sorry for hijacking your post, @yano2519. But I could not remain silent.

If boobs sell, darling, who am I to judge?

Everything about it is transactional and as long as it works for them, I see no problem. She has a job to do, she is doing it as good as she can and, at least to my knowledge, she is earning her wages honestly.

I am sure you can say the same about yourself and your job, Anon. Whatever this job might be, by the way. How would you feel if a faceless, nameless someone would suddenly start dissing on it, for other faceless, nameless people to throw in their 50 cents?

Like shite, right? And this is exactly where we're circling back to the crawling thing.

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‘Outlander’ Creators Talk Season 7 Highlights and Reveal Why They Had to Make a Big Change to Jamie & Claire’s Reunion Love Scene

Watch executive producers Maril Davis and Matthew B. Roberts also explain how they filmed multiple endings for the forthcoming series finale.

By Reshma Gopaldas

The penultimate season of “Outlander” was 16 episodes long and split into two parts. The second half found Jamie (Sam Heughan) presumed dead, then back from the dead, Claire re-married, and then Claire (Caitríona Balfe) on the brink of death. The signature love, heartbreak, and reunions filled these last 8 episodes, leading to a shocking season finale revelation that deviated away from the book series.

IndieWire sat down with the creative team behind “Outlander” to discuss the highlights and challenges in bringing Diana Gabaldon’s book series to life for the second half of Season 7. Executive Producers Maril Davis and Matthew B. Roberts, Production Designer Mike Gunn and Costume Designer Trisha Biggar shared their favorite moments from this season, explained why Balfe and Heughan’s chemistry is the glue that holds their show together, and also teased what to expect in the eighth and final season. Watch the full panel discussion to find out why Jamie and Claire’s big reunion love scene had to be changed from the book.

Watch the full video above.

Davis kicked it off by sharing that her favorite scene was the very last scene in the season finale episode, “A Hundred Thousand Angels.” Claire hears Fanny singing, “I Do Like to Sit Beside the Seaside,” and realizes that Faith, her daughter with Jamie who was stillborn in Season 2, might have lived. “It’s just so heartbreaking. It was such a beautiful scene. I just remember the look on Caitríona’s face when, as Claire, the pieces are falling into place.”

Roberts talks about two scenes that stand out to him, the first requiring Gunn to bring a large ship in when Jamie, Claire and Ian arrive in Scotland. “It was no small feat to sail a ship up from the south of England, get it dressed. That scene worked out so great. It reminded me of when we were in South Africa, doing all the ship scenes (in Season 3).”

For seven seasons and over 11 years of filming, the heart of “Outlander” has always lay with its central love story between Jamie and Claire. Heughan and Balfe have long been hailed as the king and queen of chemistry. Davis confirms, “They always surprise me. Their chemistry is so good. We’ve gotten so used to them being so good together, that we take it for granted. That chemistry, you can’t buy.”

Davis revealed that Jamie and Claire’s reunion love scene was supposed to be bigger. “There’s a very iconic scene in the book where Jamie and Claire get in a big fight. Jamie is jealous of Claire having slept with Lord John. They have this big, break tables, throw things to the ground, lovemaking scene and an argument. We wanted to do it like the book. It’s this potting shed. Mike tried very hard to do that for us. We found a great greenhouse. But then the lighting and the weather. We ended up putting it into the house on Chestnut Street. There were many debates about that too. ‘Are they going to fight about Lord John, but yet they’re going to make love in Lord John’s house?’ It all came together. That’s a true testament to Sam and Caitríona, they make everything work.” Jamie and Claire reunite on a dining table. And luckily that table survived.

When Jamie is first presumed dead, Gunn said, “The audience knows that Jamie is not dead, but (they) need to believe that Claire thinks that Jamie’s dead. Sam and Caitríona pull that out every single time because of their chemistry. She was stunning in that episode.”

Gunn talks about the set for when Claire is shot. “We wanted it to be quite dramatic, because it’s the finale. It had to house the ending of their journey for that season. We wanted that exact contrast from the violence of the war that’s outside and the horrid nature of the fact that Claire has been shot to the serenity that’s inside.”

The team also addressed the season 7 finale twist that shocked the audience. Claire tells Jamie, “I think our daughter Faith lived.” Davis confesses that everyone in the cast first said, “What? How is that possible?” Season 8 will explain it all they promise. Cue George Michael, “You gotta have Faith.”

Roberts revealed they didn’t just film one ending for their series finale. “We filmed multiple endings. It was important that it not get out what we were doing. We were very careful. I knew it would be very emotional. I would say, probably four that went out into the world.” Biggar, Davis, Gunn, and Roberts ended by teasing the final season in just a few words. Gunn went with alliteration and said, “Epic epic end.” Biggar said, “Surprise,” because she didn’t work on season 8, she left to work on the prequel, “Outlander: Blood of My Blood.” Davis brought it home with, “Emotional, heartbreak, tears.” Gunn added, “Maybe of joy!” Roberts summed it up with one word, “Satisfying.” But which of the four endings is the real ending one has to wonder?

A little heartbreak, a little satisfaction, and a lot of tears, sounds like a perfect ending to “Outlander.” As long as it’s not “Four Endings and Jamie or Claire’s Funeral,” the “Outlander” audience will be happy. Watch the full panel discussion to hear the team break down all the Season 7 moments that made it one of the strongest seasons yet.

“Outlander” is streaming now on Starz. The prequel show, “Outlander: Blood of My Blood” will premiere on August 8 on Starz.

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A video with Sam's supposed voice?! We've always had that, for all tastes and beliefs! 😜😅

INTERVIEW: Sam Heughan And Caitriona Balfe On Jamie & Claire’s Growth in Outlander

Outlander Season 7 Part 2 has us in stitches! We sat down with Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe in a roundtable interview to talk about Jamie & Claire’s growth. They also discussed the challenges the two face in Season 7, Part 2 and the legacy they leave behind. Ready? 

Here we go!

The return to Lallybroch in Outlander Season 7 Part 2

One of the most special moments in Outlander Season 7 Part 2 is the return to Lallybroch, the ancestral home of the Frasers. For Caitriona Balfe, this location is not only a space full of history in the series but also a fundamental place in the evolution of her character, Claire. 

Talking about Lallybroch immediately brings us back to the moment when Claire shares her secret with her family. Balfe reflected on how that revelation shook the relationship between Claire and Jenny: “When there are secrets between people, it prevents them from fully connecting. For Claire and Jenny, this revelation meant being able to close that shift between them regarding their relationship and friendship. It was wonderful to return to that place where so much has happened for the characters.”

For his part, Sam Heughan highlighted the meaning of Lallybroch for Jamie and the emotional impact of returning to a place that defines so much of who he is. “Jamie has always wanted to return. Although his home is now in America, returning to Lallybroch allows him to reconnect with his family and close important chapters. However, things didn’t go as he expected, as there were many relationships he needed to resolve before he could move forward.”

Both actors agree that filming at Lallybroch is a gift for both them and viewers. According to Heughan, the scenes in Scotland capture the essence of Jamie’s character while also allowing fans to reconnect with the roots of the story.

Beyond the Wedding: The Importance of Marriage

At another point in the interview, a more personal topic was raised: the importance of marriage versus the spectacle of a wedding. This led Caitriona Balfe to reflect on the social pressure around modern weddings and how Claire, with her history of weddings and complex relationships, would have advised a young woman about prioritizing marriage over the event.

“Modern weddings have gotten out of hand. “It shouldn’t cost as much as a house to have a wedding,” Balfe said, with a mix of humor and sincerity. The conversation quickly turned playful when Heughan mentioned Roger and Brianna’s wedding on the show, pointing out that even that celebration reflected the emotional focus over the material. Balfe added that, in her experience, someone gave her a valuable piece of advice that resonated both in her life and in her portrayal of Claire: “Don’t make your wedding about your past, make it about your future. I thought that was a beautiful message.”

The dynamic between the actors was evident when Heughan humorously interrupted to point out how “Outlander” that phrase sounded, generating a moment of laughter between the two. However, Balfe returned to seriousness to conclude that, for her, a wedding should be a celebration of the beginning of a new stage: “Marriage is what matters. The party is not everything, but what you build after.”

Outlander‘s Legacy According to Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe

After this relaxed moment, nostalgia took over, and, after more than a decade of playing Jamie and Claire Fraser in Outlander, Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe face the challenge of saying goodbye to two characters who have become an extension of themselves. Playing two such iconic characters for more than a decade not only requires dedication but also a deep emotional connection. 

Caitriona Balfe acknowledged that Claire has influenced who she is today: “When I think about who I was at the beginning of this series and who I am now, part of that change has to do with Claire, but also with leading this project alongside Sam and assuming everything that implies. Claire has given me a lot of confidence and has even inspired me to use my voice. Some might say perhaps too much, but who would say that?” she said with a laugh. 

Sam Heughan shared similar sentiments, explaining that the line between him and Jamie has blurred over the years: “It’s hard to completely separate ourselves from the characters, and we’re in the process of doing that now, which sounds like a bit of a…”

Balfe chimed in humorously: “existential crisis?”

“Yeah,” Heughan replied with a laugh, “because you realize you’re saying goodbye to someone you’ve lived with for so long. I think it’s going to take me years to really understand everything Jamie has taught me, but I’ve certainly gained confidence, and experience and grown with him. Plus, he’s given me an incredible relationship, one I never thought I’d have.”

The Evolution of Jamie & Claire in Outlander Season 7 Part 2

From their first meeting to the most recent events in Outlander Season 7 Part 2, Jamie and Claire’s relationship has gone through countless trials and transformations. Including brushes with death, as happened in Outlander Season 7 Episode 15. 

Balfe explained how this journey has shaped the couple, as “they’ve been through so many trials and tribulations, and they’ve learned a lot about each other. Over time, those harsher personality traits have softened a bit, and their understanding of each other has grown. However, when they’re separated, as happens in season 7B, we see that they’re both more capable of moving on without each other, but we know that nothing good really happens when they’re apart. When they finally meet again, there’s a lot of friction because, sometimes, we act from a place of old wounds.”

Heughan also reflected on how the years have changed the couple’s dynamic: “In the early seasons, Jamie and Claire were very intense, with arguments that felt like ‘will they work it out or not? ’ Now they’ve moved past that. They can still argue, but it doesn’t put their relationship at risk anymore. They’ve reached a point where their bond is deeper and more mature. When they’re finally apart and Jamie comes back, that’s a really dramatic moment for them to work through. Until then, we see how much their relationship has grown and matured.”

With eleven years of history on Outlander, Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe have not only brought Jamie and Claire to life but have evolved alongside them. The series has not only been an epic journey for the characters but also for the actors, who carry with them the lessons and experiences that this adventure has left them with. As Balfe noted, “It’s definitely been the role of a lifetime,” and both she and Heughan acknowledge that it will take years to fully understand the impact of this experience, not only on their careers but also on who they are.

Jamie & Claire’s Most Complicated Moment

When discussing the most shocking recent moments from Outlander Season 7 Part 2, Balfe and Heughan reflected on what they thought of the particularly intense moment between Claire and Jamie in Outlander Season 7 Episode 12. Balfe admitted, “When I read the first version of the script, I was like, ‘We can’t do this..’ I felt very defensive of Claire and we worked closely with the writers to find the best way to tell this beautiful but complicated story based on the books. It’s a difficult moment to digest.”

Heughan, for his part, highlighted how surprising Jamie’s reaction was to him: “I didn’t expect him to be so violent. I thought he would be more understanding, but at the end of the day, he’s a flawed human being. He has pride and darkness within him, and that makes him interesting.”

The Past in Outlander Season 7 Part 2

One of the most distinct moments in Outlander Season 7 Part 2 compared to previous seasons involves Roger MacKenzie, who, instead of arriving at the period he expected, ends up interacting with someone unexpected: Jamie Fraser’s father. 

Sam Heughan explained how this unexpected connection adds a new layer to the story, as “it’s a cool moment, the way they’ve done it. Roger knocks on the door at Lallybroch expecting Jamie to open it, but he finds his father instead. It’s a disconcerting situation for him. He has to think fast and adapt. What’s interesting is why he was sent to that period, what the consequences were, and where everyone was at that time. I think Jamie is in France at that point.”

Caitriona Balfe highlighted how this plot twist amplifies the use of time travel in this season because “normally, time travel is a smaller part of the narrative, but this time it has a much more prominent role. This leads to fascinating questions about what changes someone can make by traveling back in time and what the ripple effects of those actions are.”

Exploring Characters Beyond the Books

Throughout seven seasons of Outlander, the writers have taken certain liberties with the source material, something Sam and Caitriona acknowledge as an inevitable challenge when adapting such a rich and sprawling saga. “There have been moments or elements that we’ve left out,” Heughan admitted. “Sometimes I wish we’d done more or gone a little further from the books, but adapting such a dense series of novels into hour-long episodes is almost impossible. We probably could have done 20 seasons.”

Balfe added that despite the limitations, the final seasons have tried to stay true to the spirit of the books: “I think especially in these last few seasons, there’s been an attempt to follow the books closely, but there’s always been a need to tell our own story. And that’s the exciting thing about television, finding the balance between faithfulness to the source material and narrative that works on screen.”

Heughan also reflected on the future of the Outlander universe, referring to the spin-off Outlander: Blood of My Blood, which will explore the Frasers’ story without the direct backing of the books: “It will be interesting to see how they handle that new show, as they don’t have any books to follow. It’s exciting to think about the possibilities.”

Claire’s Double Responsibilities

Likewise, Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe shared their thoughts on the dilemmas their characters face. As a time traveler with advanced medical knowledge, Claire has been a crucial figure in almost every season. But is it fair for others to expect her to be some kind of universal savior?

Caitriona Balfe reflected on this constant pressure: “I think Claire feels like she should be able to do more. It’s frustrating for her not to have the tools, the medications, or even enough knowledge to solve all the problems she faces. Although she comes equipped with impressive skills, even doctors today rely on books and the internet. They don’t have an encyclopedic memory of everything. And Claire is no different.”

Sam Heughan humorously added: “I don’t think she’s done enough. And neither does my daughter! They could have done so much more.”

Claire’s relationship with history is also a constant source of conflict. Balfe commented on the gaps in her historical knowledge: “I think what’s fun about the character is that she has a general idea of ​​historical events, but she doesn’t always know the details. There are moments where you think, ‘Claire if only you’d paid a little more attention in class…’”

Despite these limitations, Heughan highlighted Claire’s impressive handling of her situation: “Her knowledge of history, for a non-historian, is pretty impressive.”

The Inevitable Call of War in Outlander Season 7 Part 2

Throughout Outlander, Jamie and Claire have tried to avoid getting caught up in the historical events that shape the world around them. However, as Heughan noted, it seems that fate always drags them back into the middle of the conflict, as we see in the latest episode. “They’ve tried to change history, to avoid it, but it always finds them. This season is no exception. The War of Independence is about to break out, and though they try to stay out of it, they are inevitably drawn into the heart of events. It’s quite dramatic,” Heughan explains. 

The tension between Jamie and Claire’s personal decisions and the weight of historical events is one of the pillars that continues to drive the narrative of Outlander. Balfe added: “It’s fascinating to see how their personal relationships and historical conflicts run in parallel, creating a balance between intimate drama and the magnitude of the events they face.”

And she’s absolutely right because, after all, in addition to their love story, Claire’s constant struggle to help those around her, while carrying the expectations as a time traveler, along with Jamie’s resilience amid historical turbulence, encapsulates the spirit of Outlander. What happened in the last episode is just a taste of it, but the best thing is that there is still more to come because, definitely, that wasn’t the end.

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We heard you!!!! Starz and The 92nd Street Y, New York are thrilled to share that the Jan 15 in person conversation will be available for global live streaming.

🗓️ Don’t miss this iconic evening with one of the most captivating actors of our time. Wednesday Jan 15 - 7pm ET @92ndstreety

This marks Sam's third solo visit to 92NY, alongside his appearances with Outlander cast and crew over the years. 🎁 And there’s a surprise for everyone joining us in person!

🎟️ Get your tickets – in person AND live stream now at the link in bio!

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