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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Jacob Stolworthy

Netflix hits out at ‘real Martha’ lawsuit with Baby Reindeer defence

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Netflix has made a rare comment on the Baby Reindeer scandal after being sued by the “real Martha” – and has subtly hit out at controversy surrounding her alleged depiction in the show.

It was revealed on Thursday (6 June) that Scottish law graduate Fiona Harvey, who believes she inspired the character played by Jessica Gunning in Richard Gadd’s hit series, was suing Netflix for $50m (£39m).

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