‘Baby Reindeer’ Creator Richard Gadd to Testify for Netflix in $170 Million Defamation Lawsuit
Los Angeles — Richard Gadd, creator of the Netflix series “Baby Reindeer,” has expressed his readiness to stand as a witness for Netflix in a legal battle involving claims of defamation, emotional distress, and negligence, which involve accusations of “brutal lies” portrayed in the show. The lawsuit, seeking $170 million in damages, was filed by Fiona Harvey, who claims to be the real-life counterpart of the series’ character Martha, a portrayal she asserts incorrectly depicts her as a stalker. Netflix is pushing for a dismissal of the case, with a crucial hearing set for Sept. … Read more