London, England – A woman who was connected to the true-crime drama “Baby Reindeer” as the alleged stalker of its creator and lead actor expressed feeling “used” after an interview with Piers Morgan about the Netflix series.
“Baby Reindeer” portrays a fictionalized version of creator Richard Gadd’s experiences with stalking, captivating audiences globally since its release in April. The woman, identified as Fiona Harvey, disclosed in the interview that she knew Gadd during his time as a bartender in London and was surprised to discover a play based on her life during the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
During the 54-minute interview, Harvey denied accusations of stalking Gadd and disputed claims of sending over 41,000 emails, asserting that their communication was minimal. She criticized Gadd for defamation through the series and vowed to take legal action against him and Netflix, labeling Gadd as “psychotic.”
Despite the success of “Baby Reindeer” on Netflix’s top ten list globally, Harvey admitted to not watching the series due to the distress it caused her. She described the show as misogynistic and faulted Gadd for profiting off her distress based on untrue facts. Representations for Gadd and Netflix have not responded to inquiries regarding the matter.
Following the interview with Morgan, Harvey expressed dissatisfaction with the rapid and confrontational nature of the questioning, feeling “used” during the process. She disclosed being compensated £250 for the interview, focusing heavily on the alleged emails she sent to Gadd.
Harvey criticized the interview setup by Morgan, feeling that the questions were intended to incriminate her further. Despite claiming to have not spoken with Gadd in years, she highlighted his public statement of feeling “toxic empathy” towards her, painting her as a victim rather than a villain.
This revelation adds a complex layer to the ongoing saga of “Baby Reindeer,” shedding light on the real-life implications of true-crime dramas and the blurred lines between fiction and reality. Harvey’s experience serves as a cautionary tale, highlighting the potential repercussions of media portrayals on real individuals’ lives.