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Richard Gadd Reflects on Fame and Fallout of Netflix's 'Baby Reindeer'

As the Emmy-winning series garners critical acclaim, Gadd grapples with intense public scrutiny and a high-stakes defamation lawsuit.

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Overview

  • Netflix's 'Baby Reindeer,' based on Richard Gadd's 2016 Edinburgh Fringe play, has become one of the platform's Top 10 most viewed shows since its April 2024 release.
  • The series has earned six Emmys, four Golden Globes, and six BAFTA nominations, solidifying its status as a critical and commercial success.
  • Fiona Harvey has filed a $170 million defamation lawsuit against Netflix, alleging her portrayal as the stalker 'Martha' in the series is defamatory and untrue.
  • Gadd has described the pressure of sudden fame as 'intolerable,' citing challenges with public attention and personal adjustment following the show's success.
  • He is currently working on a new six-part BBC drama titled 'Half Man,' set to premiere in 2026 and co-starring Jamie Bell.