Baby Reindeer’s ‘real Martha’ set to be interviewed by Piers Morgan – live
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The woman who allegedly inspired Richard Gadd’s hit Netflix series Baby Reindeer is about to give her first TV interview.
Scottish lawyer Fiona Harvey, 58, who has been labelled the “real Martha”, will appear on Piers Morgan Uncensored to “set the record straight after being unmasked by fans” – news of which was met with controversy.
In the series, comedian Richard Gadd plays a fictionalised version of himself who gets stalked by a lonely and mentally ill woman called Martha, whom he meets while working at a pub.
Following the series’ success curious fans have tried to discover the inspirations behind the show, which members of the cast have vehemently discouraged.
It comes after Richard Gadd urged Baby Reindeer fans to stop trying to uncover the identities of the real people who inspired the Netflix show.
Viewers question the ethics of Piers Morgan’s interview with ‘real Martha’
They have called into question the ethics of the host because of how the character was portrayed on the show – and creator Richard Gadd’s statement that she is just as much of a victim as he is.
In the Netflix hit Martha is portrayed as seriously mentally ill, which is why viewers are now concerned for the welfare of the woman claimed to be her inspiration, Fiona Harvey, 58.
Taking to Twitter (X) to share their concerns, many flooded Morgan’s post promoting the interview with criticism.
“This is exploitation of a person who is in a vulnerable position. Clearly unethical,” slammed one viewer.
A second added: “This guy has absolutely no shame!”
Harvey has already told the Daily Record that she is not happy with how the interview went and says she feels “used” by Morgan.
“It seemed to me that I was set up. I feel a bit used,” she said.
The Independent has reached out to Piers Morgan Uncensored for comment.
Emma Guinness9 May 2024 13:26
Harvey allegedly inspired the character of Martha – a lonely woman in her 40s who becomes obsessed with aspiring comedian Donny in the show.
The 59-year-old was linked to the Netflix hit by fans after the show’s creator, comedian Richard Gadd, revealed it was inspired by his own life.
The interview will be available to watch at 8pm GMT tonight on the YouTube channel Piers Morgan Uncensored.
Emma Guinness9 May 2024 13:17
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