Richard Gadd’s Baby Reindeer has quickly become one of the most-talked-about shows of the year so far. Featuring on Netflix, the semi-autobiographical dramatisation of Gadd’s experiences with being stalked by an older woman named Martha has garnered widespread attention, also featuring a plethora of high-profile fans.
Of those fans, Gadd himself admitted that he has been surprised by wrestler-turned-Hollywood star John Cena’s professed love of the show. In an interview with Netflix, Gadd explained how he’d received a video from Cena, stating that he had grown up a big WWE fan, and that Baby Reindeer is “the coolest thing he’s ever watched.” Others who’ve raved about the show include Stephen King, Cardi B, and Limmy.
Following the launch of the series, viewers became increasingly keen to try and identify the real-life identity of Martha, with Gadd later pleading with fans to stop this and not to speculate about the real-life people in the story. However, Fiona Harvey, who claims to be the inspiration behind the character, has come forward to threaten legal action against Gadd. On top of this, a lawyer has alleged that Harvey stalked her, adding to the numerous controversies surrounding the show.
Despite the drama and conflicting claims, it seems that the show is continuing to make waves, with many praising it for its unique and intricate portrayal of such a sensitive and difficult topic
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