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Richard Gadd Attributes ‘Baby Reindeer’ Emmys Win For Outstanding Limited Series On Not Adhering To A “Set Formula” And “Taking Risks” To “Explore The Uncomfortable”


Baby Reindeer creator Richard Gadd encourages making uncomfortable television and taking risks to be successful

The critically acclaimed black comedy-drama that broke Netflix ’s Global Top 10 streaming records since its debut in April was awarded an Emmy for Outstanding Limited Series or Anthology Sunday Night. The series centers around fledgling comedian Donny Dunn’s ( Richard Gadd) parasocial and twisted relationship with a female stalker named Martha (Jessica Gunning), and the impact that it has on him as he unravels the deep traumas of his past. And I know that might force or put pressure on networks to tighten purse strings and broaden the slate, but I do believe no slump was ever broken without a willingness to take risks,” the writer-actor said.

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