With production now underway on the show’s seventh season, Starz original series Outlander has announced a major piece of casting news for the next batch of episodes with the addition of actor Charles Vandervaart as Willie Ransom, the secret son of Jamie Fraser. The news comes directly from Starz’ social media presence, who offered a first look photo and an explainer for fans that may not remember his place in the narrative: “Willie is the ninth Earl of Ellesmere, Jamie Fraser’s son (though he doesn’t know it), and Lord John Grey’s stepson. In Season 7, Willie arrives in Wilmington full of enthusiasm to join the British Army and help put an end to the rebellion.” Vandervaart marks the third actor to take on the role in the series.
We have our new Willie! Please welcome @Charlesdv12 as the newest addition to the #Outlander cast. pic.twitter.com/dBDykmoafv
