Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe, the beloved stars of "Outlander," have enchanted fans not just with their on-screen romance as Jamie and Claire Fraser, but also with their real-life friendship. Their chemistry, evident from their very first meeting during a chemistry test, has only grown stronger over the years. Sam reminisced in an interview with EW, “We just started chatting in the [chemistry] test before we started the audition, and we just seemed to get on.”
Both actors have consistently praised each other’s talents and personalities. Sam often highlights Caitriona's humor and work ethic, calling her "fantastic" and "a wonderful actress." Caitriona, on her part, has spoken warmly about Sam, describing him as a great friend and a supportive co-star. “I hope I'm as good support as he is to me,” she mentioned at the series premiere.
Their camaraderie was on full display during the Vanity Fair Game Show in 2023, where they humorously answered questions about each other.
Given their close bond, fans often speculate if there could be more than just friendship between them. Sam acknowledges the fascination, saying, "It's a nice bond and I think people are fascinated by it, in a weird way - I know the fans are.
Despite the fan theories, Caitriona is happily married to Tony McGill. The couple, who got engaged at the Golden Globes in 2018, had a secret wedding in August 2019, attended by close family and friends. Caitriona shared, "What was most beautiful about it is that I had my very close family and friends there".
Sam, often described as one of Hollywood's most eligible bachelors, remains unmarried. His single status continues to intrigue fans who hope to see him find his perfect match, perhaps someone who meets the playful criteria Caitriona once listed.
