Jun 9, 2024, 11:33 AM
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Scottish woman sues Netflix for $170 million over 'Baby Reindeer' character defamation

Highlights
  • Fiona Harvey, alleged inspiration for the 'Baby Reindeer' stalker character, is suing Netflix for $170 million.
  • Netflix vows to fight the damages claim brought by the Scottish woman.
  • The lawsuit raises questions about the impact of TV shows on real-life individuals.
Story

A woman named Fiona Harvey is suing Netflix for $170 million. She claims the show "Baby Reindeer" defamed her. The show is about a man named Donny who serves a woman named Martha a cup of tea, and she becomes a stalker. The lawsuit says the show lied about Harvey being a stalker and assaulting the main character. Harvey says the show ruined her life. She wants all profits from the show and $170 million in damages. The lawsuit also accuses Netflix of negligence and violating her rights. Harvey believes the show's claim of being a true story is a big lie. She says the show did not check if the events were true or understand her real relationship with the show's creator. Harvey's lawsuit aims to hold Netflix accountable for the harm caused to her reputation and life.

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