Catriona Balfe is an award-winning Irish actress, producer, and former fashion model who came to prominence for her role as Claire Fraser in the historical drama series Outlander. She is also known for her lead role in the web series The Beauty Inside.
She has featured in advertising campaigns for top brands like Balenciaga, Marc Jacobs, Givenchy, Dolce & Gabbana, and Alexander McQueen.
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| Date of Birth: | October 4, 1979 |
| Place of Birth: | Dublin, Ireland |
| Nationality: | Irish |
| Occupation: | Actress |
| Partner: | Tonny McGill (m. 2019) |
| Children: | 1 |
| Height: | 5 feet 9 in |
| Net Worth: | $4 million |
Early Life
Catriona Balfe was born on October 4, 1979, in Dublin, Ireland. She was raised in a family of seven; her father is a retired sergeant.
She attended the Dublin Institute of Technology, where she studied drama.
She can speak English, Irish, and the French language fluently.
Career
Balfe began her career as a model after being discovered by an agent. She worked as a model in Dublin for some months and caught the attention of a visiting Ford models scout who gave her the opportunity to work for them in Paris.
She walked in more than 150 runway shows, having worked with the likes of Givenchy, Moschino, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dolce & Gabbana.
She delved into acting and began to appear in films like Super 8, Now You See Me, and Escape Plan.
She came to the limelight for her role as Claire Fraser in the historical drama series Outlander. She also got more exposure for her lead role in the web series The Beauty Inside.
She had a recurring voice role as Tavra in the Netflix fantasy series The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. She starred in the sports drama Ford v Ferrari alongside Matt Damon and Christian Bale. She co-starred in the film Belfast, which earned her nominations such as Golden Globe Awards and Screen Actors Guild Award.
Personal Life
Balfe got married to Tony McGill on August 10, 2019. They welcomed their first child, a son, on August 19, 2021.
Her husband, Anthony McGill, is a Scottish band manager.
Awards & Nominations
Balfe has won awards such as:
- Sunset Film Critics Circle for Best Supporting Actress (2021)
- San Diego Film Critics Society for Best Actress (2021)
- Saturn Awards for Best Actress on Television (2016)
- Irish Film & Television Awards for Best Actress in a lead role TV drama (2018)
Net Worth
Caitriona Balfe earns from her career as an actress and fashion model. She has an estimated net worth of $4 million.
Social Media
Catriona Balfe is active on social media. She has over 1.9 million followers on Instagram @catrionabalfe and more than 545k followers on Twitter @catrionabalfe
Frequently asked questions
Below are some frequently asked questions about Catriona Balfe:
Who is Catriona Balfe?
Catriona Balfe is an Irish actress and producer known for her role in the historical drama series Outlander
How old is Catriona Balfe?
Catriona Balfe was born on October 4, 1979.
Where is Catriona Balfe from?
Catriona Balfe is from Dublin, Ireland.
Is Catriona Balfe married?
Catriona Balfe is married to Tony McGill.
What is Catriona Balfe Net Worth?
Catriona Balfe has an estimated net worth of $4 million.
