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Fiona Harvey Sues Netflix for $170M Over 'Baby Reindeer' Defamation and Negligence

Jun 6, 2024, 09:00 PM

Fiona Harvey, who claims to be the real-life inspiration for the character Martha in Netflix's 'Baby Reindeer,' has filed a defamation lawsuit against the streaming giant. Harvey is seeking at least $170 million in damages, alleging that the show falsely portrayed her as a convicted stalker. The lawsuit also includes claims of negligence. Additionally, there are mentions of Harvey seeking $50 million and £40 million in different reports. The series, created by Richard Gadd, has been a hit on Netflix, but Harvey contends that the depiction of her character has caused significant harm to her reputation.