Outlander's Caitriona Balfe pens heartfelt tribute to Kenneth Branagh after Oscars win

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Caitriona Balfe's latest project Belfast won Best Original Screenplay at the 94th Academy Awards. The Outlander actress penned a heartfelt tribute to writer and director Kenneth Branagh after he scooped the award at the Oscars ceremony.Belfast was nominated for seven Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, Actor in a Supporting Role and Actress in a Supporting Role.Many fans thought Caitriona was snubbed, given she wasn't nominated for one despite her stellar performance in the film.The 42-year-old Irish actress had nothing but kind words to say after Branagh took home his first ever Oscar.She said: "Endlessly grateful to this extraordinary human being."Congratulations Ken… you so deserved this … for sharing your story and opening your heart and taking us on this magical journey with you…"I will be forever grateful for this amazing experience..

from the first day of shooting, to this golden moment. "Bravo and thank you!!! (Also @jamiedornan … you held that for a really really long time!!!) "Love to the whole @belfastmovie family @judehill @lewismcaskie @laramcdonnellofficial #ciaránhinds #JudiDench @focusfeatures @universalpictures @berwickl @beccakovacik #TamarThomas #kennethbranagh " When accepting the award, Branagh paid tribute to an "amazing city and a fantastic people"."This story is a search for joy and hope in the face of violence and loss," he said."We will never forget all of those lost in the heart-breaking, heart-warming human story of that amazing city of Belfast on the fabulous island of Ireland."This means a lot."Earlier this month, Belfast took home Outstanding British Film award at this year's BAFTAs.The film been nominated for a number of other awards including Best Film, with stars Caitríona