*Warning: Contains spoilers for season seven of Outlander*
Outlander’s leading lady has taken to with a heartfelt message following the gripping season seven finale, which finally unveiled the destiny of her beloved character.
The show’s devotees were left in suspense as Claire, played by Caitriona Balfe, was left grappling with a gunshot injury earlier in the season. The recent episodes brought relief as it was revealed she had survived and was recuperating at Fraser’s Ridge.
Before the final episode hit the screens, Balfe shared an emotional farewell on , writing: “Time to say goodbye ….. our Season 7 finale airs tonight. Thank you for watching and being with us on this journey. It’s been an epic season.”
She continued to express gratitude, saying: “Our cast and crew, writers and producers put their hearts and souls into this season …. We hope you’ve enjoyed the ride and we so look forward to coming back one last time for Season 8 …. See you there.”
Caitriona Balfe as Claire Fraser and Sam Heughan as Jamie Fraser (Image: STARZ)
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The comments section was flooded with fans expressing their admiration for Balfe’s portrayal of Claire.
A fan commented: “No one could deliver Claire the way you did. I don’t have words to explain how grateful I am for you. This episode was amazing and you were out of this world. Thank you for loving this character more than anyone else and have such caring for her. This shows how much you were born for this and how much we’re still gonna see you shine. Can’t wait for season 8.”
Another fan expressed: “You’ve given us the most visceral, raw performance seven seasons in. Absolutely breathtaking to watch. Congrats on another season [sic].”
Meanwhile a third commented: “I could use every superlative to describe #Outlander, the series. Season 7b has been everything and more. EPIC! Thank you, Sam, the rest of the cast and crew. I hope the last Droughtlander won’t last too long!”
Fans were awaiting news of Claire’s fate (Image: STARZ)
In a shocking twist during the season seven finale, fans discovered the true identity of Jane Pocock (Silvia Presente), reports . After being sentenced to death for murdering a high-ranking British officer who threatened her sister, Frances (Florrie May Wilkinson), she chooses to end her life with a glass bottle.
However, Jane’s story doesn’t seem to conclude there. Earlier, Claire dreamt about her ancestor Master Raymond (Dominique Pinon) seeking forgiveness.
Later, when the Frasers agree to foster Frances, Claire is touched by a song she sings; it’s the same lullaby she sang to her stillborn baby, Faith, years earlier. This leads her to believe that Faith is still alive and was actually Jane’s mother.
While fans may have to wait for the eighth season for more answers, a spin-off show titled Blood of My Blood has been confirmed, which will delve deeper into the franchise’s lore.
Outlander is available to watch on MGM+ via Prime Video in the UK and on Starz in the US