Fans from across the world have come together over social media today to celebrate 28 years of Outlander.
Author Diane Gabaldon published the first novel in the eight-book series on June 1, 1991 - a day which has been christened as 'World Outlander Day' by fans.
The book series was picked up by American television network Starz and premiered in the US on August 9, 2014.
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Both stars and fans have taken to social media to celebrate the 28th anniversary of the first book's publication.
Sam Heughan, who portrays the dashing Jamie Fraser, and Catriona Balfe who takes the lead role as Claire, both posted their excitement.
It’s TODAY!????? Yay!!!!!!!!!!!😘 https://t.co/js1GWtrqsl
— Sam Heughan (@SamHeughan) June 1, 2019
Happy #WorldOutlanderDay all ya’ll 😘
— Caitriona Balfe (@caitrionambalfe) June 1, 2019
Fans have spent today sharing stories of how the book series and TV show have changed their lives.
On this #WorldOutlanderDay let’s toast to all the friends we have made, travel we have done, shows we have watched, books we have read, treats we have baked & everything else created from the ripple effect of @Writer_DG writing a practice novel. Our world changed for the better! pic.twitter.com/engU1BdF6X
— #Heughligans (@Heughligans) June 1, 2019
On this #WorldOutlanderDay I am reminded anew of how significant Diana’s books are in my life. They encompass every aspect of the human condition, & in times of trial, as my sister embarks on her journey with lymphoma, I find great comfort in escaping to Scotland and the Ridge.
— Deborah Kennedy (@DebsterPA1) June 1, 2019
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To think of all of the wonderful happenings around the world because of Outlander, really blows my mind. Many lives have changed, including mine! #Thankful #Outlander #WorldOutLanderDay
— Geenak (@Geenak) June 1, 2019
I love the show,@SamHeughan and @caitrionambalfe are the perfect James and Claire, then i read the books and my experience just grew beautifully. Thanks 2 Diana for giving us this amazing characters. Happy #WorldOutlanderDay ❤ to the cast and everyone who loves #Outlander 🤗 pic.twitter.com/sF3c91ZGm1
— Kate🌻🌼🌹🌷 (@castlekice) June 1, 2019
Thanks Outlander for this day, for getting into our lives, sharing this beautiful story with family, with friends and making us love Scotland so much that you feel part of that beautiful place #WorldOutlanderDay #HappyOutlanderDay pic.twitter.com/mC4cZE7pY7
— Sol💚 (@SolTihuana) June 1, 2019
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