Caitriona Balfe talks a role opposite George Clooney

After working for some of the biggest names in fashion CAITRIONA BALFE ditched 'vapid' modelling for acting. Now, with her face back on billboards and a role opposite George Clooney, the Monaghan woman tells PATRICIA DANAHER that she's finally made herself proud

A second season of the hit historical romance has been commissioned, filming on which gets underway in Scotland in April. Until then, Caitriona is in New York filming Money Monster in which she will co-star with George Clooney and Julia Roberts. Due for release later this year, the movie is directed by Jodie Foster. "I put myself on tape for the audition and then I got a call to say Jodi would like to meet me," Caitriona says. "I auditioned for her and then they offered me the part. The role is of the head of PR for an investment bank. She's a really great character, intelligent and strong. A very powerful business woman.

"I have yet to shoot a scene with George but, because he is a producer too, I've met him a few times. He's incredibly nice and down to earth.

"It's a big role, but it's such a great script I'm just so excited to be a part of it. And shooting in NYC is amazing. It was my home for so long that it feels amazing to be back here doing what I love."
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