Buckle up for the wild rollercoaster that is Baby Reindeer, the latest Netflix sensation that has everyone in stitches over the insane real-life antics of Richard Gadd.
Picture this: Richard Gadd, the mastermind behind the series, not only created it but stars as Donny Dunn, a character based on his own wild ride of being relentlessly stalked by an older woman. And who’s playing the charmingly obsessive stalker? None other than Jessica Gunning, bringing Martha to life with just the right mix of creepiness and charisma.
But hold onto your reindeer hats because the real-life Martha, who prefers to keep her name under wraps, has emerged from the shadows and she’s not too pleased. In an interview with the Daily Mail, she’s crying foul, accusing Richard of turning her life into a spectacle for his own fame and fortune. According to her, Richard’s now using Baby Reindeer as his stalking tool of choice, and she’s the poor unsuspecting victim!
And if you thought the drama ended there, think again. Martha’s not just fuming, she’s also feeling the heat from Richard’s loyal fan base, who apparently aren’t holding back on the death threats and online abuse. It’s a real-life soap opera!
Now, let’s talk about Jessica’s portrayal of Martha. According to the real deal herself, Jessica might have nailed the post-lockdown look with a few extra pounds, but hey, she’s not exactly knocking on the ugly tree, right?
The craziest showbiz tale since Rudolph traded in his red nose for a Vegas residency. Stay tuned for more antics from the world of Baby Reindeer, where reality is stranger than fiction and stalkers have their day in the limelight.